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Deep-fried Oysters II

By: Jinny Meyer 
"Deep-fried oysters southern style. This crisp and spicy coating is sure to please."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.1 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (8)

Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
10 Min
Ready In:
20 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 to 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 quarts vegetable oil for deep-frying
  • 1 quart shucked oysters, drained
  • 2 cups cornmeal
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons seasoned salt

Directions

  1. RInse oysters and soak in fresh water. Heat deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. Combine cornmeal, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, black pepper and seasoned salt in a large plastic bag. Place oysters in bag and shake until well coated.
  3. Cook oysters 3 or 4 at a time in hot oil. Oysters will float and be golden brown when done. Drain briefly and serve warm.

Footnotes

  • Editor's Note
  • We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 481 | Total Fat: 30.8g | Cholesterol: 13mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on May 2, 2005 by WONK   view full review
This came out wonderfull, took whats his faces idea and used granulated garlic. Will be eating...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 18, 2009 by Wilemon   view full review
I have never soaked my oysters in water and won't again because the flavor was not as...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 1, 2003 by TOAD1   view full review
GREAT!!!!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 16, 2008 by crazycatlady - "CCL" Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Golden and crispy. These look and taste great. I did add a cup of flour to the mix and left...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 12, 2007 by V29578   view full review
NOT A GREAT LOVER OF CORNMEAL, SO I USED FLOUR INSTEAD, THEY WHERE GONE IN A FLASH, GREAT AND...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2007 by NELLIEST   view full review
This is a good recipe but way too much salt. Cut the salt by more than half.
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 19, 2011 by amwallace   view full review
The spices in this recipe take away from the oyster flavor. All you can taste is the hot...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 25, 2009 by superlencho   view full review
it`s only o.k.

 

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