“Good food is good food. It doesn't have to come with pretense.” - Christina Tosi
Oysters are one of my favorite things to cook and enjoy. Fried oysters are something I truly love sharing with my family, and it’s always a treat when I’m able to prepare them.
This fried oyster recipe is super easy. It will pair perfectly with a light arugula salad dressed simply in olive oil and lemon juice, complimented with a glass of champagne, of course.
See the recipe below!
What You’ll Need:
a dozen shucked oysters
1 cup all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
a few shakes of cracked black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper
a pinch of sea salt
canola oil
Directions:
STEP 1: Carefully rinse off your oysters under cool water. You’ll want to ensure you remove any shell particles.
Pro Tip: Ask your local seafood spot if they have a jar of oysters that are already shucked, if you are unable to safely shuck your own.
STEP 2: Combine your flour and all seasonings into a mixing bowl. Also, begin heating up your cooking vessel with canola oil, ideally you’ll want the temperature to reach 370 degrees fahrenheit.
STEP 3: Lightly toss oysters into the seasoned flour mixture, and ensure each piece is coated evenly.
STEP 4: Once the oil is hot, begin adding in each oyster. It’ll take about 6-8 minutes, for the oysters to cook.
Pro Tip: As soon as you notice your oysters getting golden brown, remove them from the vessel immediately.
STEP 5: After the oysters are finished cooking remove them from the fryer, and drain them on a stack of paper towels.
STEP 6: Finally, once the oysters have finished cooling, serve, and enjoy!
These oysters are perfect to throw on a po’boy, pair with a salad, or ideal as an appetizer to share!
XO, Analise