This is a very simple recipe for fried oysters, and it works great for shrimp and scallops too.
Yield: 4 servings as an appetizer
Active Time: 20 minutes Start to Finish: 20 minutes
For this recipe you’ll need:
2 dozen Blue Point oysters or other small oysters, shucked
Oil for frying
1 1/2 cups cornmeal
Salt and pepper to taste
Place the shucked oysters in a colander to allow liquid to drain off.
Heat the oil in a deep, heavy pot until it reaches 375°.
Stir together the cornmeal, salt and pepper in a shallow pie dish.
Toss the oysters through the cornmeal, ensuring they are coated well. Fry the oysters in batches until golden brown and crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Using a skimmer, transfer the fried oysters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
