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Oysters: Southwest Fried Oysters

Source of Recipe


Southern Living, February 2005






List of Ingredients



• 2 pints fresh Select* oysters, drained
  
• 2 cups buttermilk
  
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
  
• 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
  
• 1 Tbsp paprika
  
• 1-1/2 tsp garlic powder
  
• 1-1/2 tsp dried oregano
  
• 1-1/2 tsp chili powder
  
• 1-1/2 tsp ground red pepper
  
• 1-1/2 tsp dried mustard
  
• 1-1/2 tsp salt
  
• 1-1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  
• Vegetable oil
  






Instructions



1. Combine oysters and buttermilk in a large shallow dish or ziptop plastic freezer bag. Cover or seal and chill at least 2 hours. Drain oysters well.
   
   
2. Combine flour and next 9 ingredients. Dredge oysters in flour mixture, shaking off excess.
   
   
3. Pour oil to a depth of 1 inch in a Dutch oven; heat to 370° F. Fry oysters, in batches, 3 minutes or until golden. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.
   
   Makes 4 to 6 servings.
   
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   FRIED BUFFALO OYSTERS
   
   Prepare Southwest Fried Oysters as directed, omitting the chili powder. Stir together 1/2 cup melted butter, 1/2 cup hot sauce, and 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice. Pour butter mixture evenly over hot fried oysters. Serve oysters with Ranch dressing and celery sticks on the side.
   
   






Final Comments


* Selects are fairly large shucked oysters -- the perfect size for frying.