Deep-Fried Oysters

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These fried oysters are very simple to make. You can use the same recipe for shrimp and scallops too.

Submitted by Christine
Updated on June 13, 2023
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 2 quarts vegetable oil for deep frying

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten

  • ¾ cup fine bread crumbs

  • 12 ounces shucked oysters, drained

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

    All ingredients gathered to make deep fried oysters.

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  2. Heat oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  3. Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl. Place eggs in another bowl. Place bread crumbs in a third bowl.

    flour mixture, eggs and bread crumbs placed into separate bowls.

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  4. Dredge oysters in flour mixture, then dip in egg and roll in bread crumbs to coat thoroughly.

    oysters dredged in flour mixture then dunked in egg and rolled in bread crumbs.

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  5. Cook oysters, 5 at a time, in hot oil until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve hot.

    oysters fried until golden-brown then drained on a paper towel-lined plate.

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Editor's Note:

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

577 Calories
48g Fat
27g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 577
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 48g 61%
Saturated Fat 7g 34%
Cholesterol 100mg 33%
Sodium 776mg 34%
Total Carbohydrate 27g 10%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 10g 20%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 63mg 5%
Iron 5mg 28%
Potassium 155mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.