Delicious Fried Oysters Recipe

Enjoy the taste of the South with this savory and crispy fried oysters recipe. Perfect for a seafood lover or anyone who enjoys a good old-fashioned Southern dish.

Ingredients

• 1 pint oysters, drained
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• Oil for frying

Directions

1. Mix cornmeal, flour, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a shallow dish.
2. Dip drained oysters in buttermilk, then coat in the cornmeal mixture.
3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Fry oysters in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
5. Remove oysters from oil and drain on paper towels.
6. Serve hot with cocktail sauce or tartar sauce.

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