Ingredients:
1 pound of raw oysters
1 cup of all-purpose flour
1/2 cup of cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon of salt
1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
1/4 teaspoon of paprika
1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
1 egg
1/2 cup of milk
Vegetable oil for frying
Directions:
1. Rinse the oysters thoroughly in cold water and then pat them dry with paper towels.
2. In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
3. In another shallow dish, beat the egg and milk together.
4. Dip each oyster in the egg mixture and then coat it in the flour mixture. Shake off any excess flour mixture and place the oyster on a plate.
5. Repeat the process until all the oysters are coated.
6. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it reaches 375°F.
7. Carefully add the oysters to the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the skillet. Fry the oysters for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown.
8. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried oysters from the skillet and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
9. Serve the fried oysters hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips:
– Make sure to use fresh oysters for this recipe.
– You can substitute the cornmeal with breadcrumbs if you prefer.
– Do not overcook the oysters as they can become tough and rubbery.
– Adjust the seasoning to your liking by adding more or less salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
– If you don’t have a meat thermometer to check the temperature of the oil, you can test it by dropping a small piece of bread into the skillet. If it sizzles and turns golden brown in 1-2 minutes, the oil is ready.
In conclusion, fried oysters are a delicious seafood dish that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion. With this simple recipe, you can create crispy and flavorful fried oysters in no time. Serve them as an appetizer, snack, or main course and enjoy the of the sea.