Crisp-Fried Oysters with Red Chile Vinegar-Black Pe

Name: Crisp-Fried Oysters with Red Chile Vinegar-Black Pepper Dipping Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 28 shucked oysters, patted dry; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 2 cups yellow cornmeal; Vegetable or peanut oil; Red Chile Vinegar-Black Pepper Dipping Sauce, recipe follows; 2 cups white wine vinegar; 2 ancho chile peppers, coarsely chopped; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 tablespoon coarse black pepper; Salt

Servings: persons

1
Season oysters with salt and pepper on both sides.
2
Place cornmeal in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper.
3
Dredge each oyster into the cornmeal and tap off any excess.
4
Heat 1 inch of oil in a large cast iron skillet until smoking.
5
Fry oysters in batches until golden brown on both sides, about 1 minutes on each side.
6
Serve with the Red Chile Vinegar-Black Pepper Dipping Sauce on the side.
7
Bring the vinegar to a boil in medium non-reactive saucepan.
8
Add the chilies, turn off the heat and let steep for 1 hour.
9
Strain into a clean saucepan and bring to a simmer.
10
Remove from the heat and whisk in the honey and pepper and season with salt, to taste.
11
Serve at room temperature.

164

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 28 shucked oysters, patted dry, Salt and freshly ground pepper, 2 cups yellow cornmeal, Vegetable or peanut oil, and more.

Yes, Crisp-Fried Oysters with Red Chile Vinegar-Black Pepper Dipping Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Crisp-Fried Oysters with Red Chile Vinegar-Black Pepper Dipping Sauce

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