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Deep Fried Oysters Recipe

Delicious deep-fried oysters, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pint shucked oysters
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 units eggs beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 quart vegetable oil for frying

Instructions 

  1. Heat oil in a deep fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, salt, and pepper.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs.
  4. Dip oysters in the flour mixture, then in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
  5. Fry oysters in hot oil until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Seafood
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