Fried Oysters Recipe

Name: Fried Oysters
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Peanut oil, for frying; 3/4 cup buttermilk; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon paprika; Dash hot sauce, such as Tabasco; 1 cup cornmeal; 1 cup all-purpose flour; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 36 shucked oysters; Remoulade Sauce, for serving, recipe follows; Special equipment: deep fryer; 1 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon Creole mustard; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; Dash hot sauce; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

Peanut oil, for frying
3/4 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Dash hot sauce, such as Tabasco
1 cup cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
36 shucked oysters
Remoulade Sauce, for serving, recipe follows
Special equipment: deep fryer
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Creole mustard
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Dash hot sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Heat oil in a deep fryer to 350 degrees F.
2
Whisk together the buttermilk, garlic powder, paprika and hot sauce in a casserole dish.
3
Whisk together the flour, cornmeal, salt and pepper together in a separate casserole dish.
4
Add the oysters to the buttermilk and let soak.
5
Then remove, letting the excess drip off, and dredge through the cornmeal mixture, tapping off the excess.
6
Fry in the hot oil in batches, until golden and crisp, about 2 minutes.
7
Remove to a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
8
Serve hot with the Remoulade Sauce.
9
Mix together the mayonnaise, mustard, paprika, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce in a small bowl until well combined.
10
Season with salt and pepper.
11
Serve immediately or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until serving.

896

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Peanut oil, for frying, 3/4 cup buttermilk, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, and more.

Yes, 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.

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Fried Oysters

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