Description
Crispy Cornmeal Fried Oysters are a delightful treat that combines a golden, crunchy exterior with tender, briny oysters inside. Perfect for gatherings or a special night in, this dish is sure to impress family and friends. With a foolproof recipe that guarantees restaurant-quality results, you will enjoy the vibrant flavors and textures of this classic seafood dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 dozen fresh shucked oysters
- 1 cup fine or medium ground cornmeal
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- Vegetable or peanut oil for frying
Instructions
- Rinse oysters under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix buttermilk with salt and pepper. Soak the oysters for at least 30 minutes.
- In another bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 5-7 minutes).
- Remove oysters from buttermilk and dredge them in the cornmeal mixture, shaking off excess.
- Fry oysters in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges or your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 fried oysters (90g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg