Emeril's Tempura Fried Oysters Recipe

Name: Emeril's Tempura Fried Oysters
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 beaten egg; 2/3 cup flour; 1/2 cup cornstarch; 1 cup cold soda water; 1 teaspoon salt; Essence, recipe follows; 2 dozen shucked large oysters; 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 1 tablespoon dried thyme

Servings: persons

1 beaten egg
2/3 cup flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 cup cold soda water
1 teaspoon salt
Essence, recipe follows
2 dozen shucked large oysters
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

1
Preheat the fryer.
2
In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg, flour, cornstarch, soda water and salt.
3
Blend until smooth.
4
Let the batter sit for 10 minutes, to rest.
5
Season the oysters with salt and pepper.
6
Dredge the oysters in the flour, tapping off any excess flour.
7
Dip the oysters in the tempura batter, letting the excess drip off.
8
Then place the dipped oysters in the hot oil, fry until slightly golden, about 2 minutes.
9
Remove the oysters from the oil and drain on a paper-lined plate.
10
Season the oysters with salt and pepper.
11
Combine all ingredients thoroughly.

225

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 beaten egg, 2/3 cup flour, 1/2 cup cornstarch, 1 cup cold soda water, and more.

Yes, Emeril's Tempura Fried Oysters 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.

Emeril's Tempura Fried Oysters

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