Crispy Fried Oysters

Dive into the delightful world of Southern-inspired seafood with these Crispy Fried Oysters—perfectly golden and irresistibly crunchy! This recipe transforms fresh, shucked oysters into a decadent treat, thanks to a zesty buttermilk marinade infused with a hint of hot sauce and a flavorful cornmeal coating seasoned with paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of cayenne for a subtle kick. Each oyster is fried to crispy perfection in hot oil, delivering that signature crunch with a tender, juicy interior. Ready in just 25 minutes, these fried oysters are ideal as an appetizer or a crowd-pleasing snack. Serve them hot with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a zesty finish, and watch these tantalizing bites disappear in no time! Keywords: crispy fried oysters, fried oysters recipe, Southern-style fried oysters, seafood appetizer, buttermilk fried oysters.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 24 pieces fresh oysters, shucked
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 teaspoons hot sauce
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 4 cups vegetable oil, for frying
• 4 pieces lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine the shucked oysters with the buttermilk and hot sauce. Mix gently to coat the oysters thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to marinate.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, mix together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper until well combined.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).

Step 4

Remove the oysters from the buttermilk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Dredge each oyster in the cornmeal mixture, pressing gently to ensure a good coating.

Step 5

Carefully place the coated oysters into the hot oil, cooking in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry each batch for about 2-3 minutes, or until the oysters are golden brown and crispy.

Step 6

Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried oysters from the oil, transferring them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 7

Serve the crispy fried oysters immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over for an added touch of zesty freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2762.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10525.6

Total Fat 992.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 145.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 626.8mg	0%
Sodium 3954.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 326.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 14.2g
Protein 119.6g	0%

Vitamin D 3966.9IU	0%
Calcium 1518.3mg	0%
Iron 99.1mg	0%
Potassium 3471.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 83.4%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 12.2%