Submitted by The Crab Place
Serves 6-8
Ingredients
| 1 pt. shucked oysters | 4 c. all-purpose flour | |
| 1 c. cracker meal (or crushed crackers) | 2 c. vegetable oil | |
| 2 tbsp butter | 1 tbsp sea salt |
Directions
Prepare the oysters. Combine the flour & cracker meal & dredge the oysters in the mixture. Let the oysters sit, refrigerated, for 20 minutes. Heat the oil to about 350°F on medium heat. Add in the butter (optional for flavor).- Fry the oysters until crispy, about 1-2 minutes per side. The oysters are done when they are golden brown & crispy. Transfer the fried oysters to a paper towel lined plate. Sprinkle with sea salt & serve hot with spicy cocktail sauce and lemon wedges.
Chef’s Note:This is a great recipe for the holidays and goes well as croutons on a salad or as part of the dressing in a Thanksgiving turkey!