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Grandma Flaxel's Crispy Fried Oysters

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Grandma Flaxel's Crispy Fried OystersChristina Holmes

This recipe works best with medium to large oysters. Have your fishmonger shuck them for you.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 6 to 8 servings

Ingredients

24 shucked medium to large oysters
3 large eggs
2 sleeves saltine crackers (8 ounces), pulsed to coarse meal (no bigger than 1/8") in a food processor
Corn or vegetable oil (for frying)
Kosher salt

Special Equipment

A deep-fry thermometer

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Drain oysters. Beat eggs in a medium bowl to blend. Add oysters and turn to coat completely. Pour half of saltine crumbs into a 13x9x2" baking dish. Working in batches, lift oysters with a slotted spoon, allowing excess egg to drain back into bowl, and transfer to baking dish. Scatter remaining crumbs over oysters and toss to coat. Cover dish and chill for 2-3 hours.

    Step 2

    Line a plate with paper towels. Pour oil into a medium heavy skillet to a depth of 1/2". Prop deep-fry thermometer in skillet so bulb is submerged. Heat oil over medium heat to 375°F. Working in batches, fry oysters, turning once, until coating is crisp and deep golden brown, about 1 minute per batch. Transfer to paper towels; season with salt.

TagsFritterAmericanOysterShellfishSeafoodStarterSideSnackDinnerLunchDairy FreeNut Free5 Ingredients or FewerDeep FryBon Appétit

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