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Deep-fried Oysters II

SUBMITTED BY: Jinny Meyer

"Deep-fried oysters southern style. This crisp and spicy coating is sure to please."
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe average a 4.6 star rating.
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PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  10 Min
READY IN  20 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 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

  • Wine Tip
  • Try with a Chardonnay.
  • 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.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 2, 2005 by WONK
This came out wonderfull, took whats his faces idea and used granulated garlic. Will be eating... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 1, 2003 by TOAD1
GREAT!!!! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2007 by NELLIEST
This is a good recipe but way too much salt. Cut the salt by more than half. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 12, 2007 by V29578
NOT A GREAT LOVER OF CORNMEAL, SO I USED FLOUR INSTEAD, THEY WHERE GONE IN A FLASH, GREAT AND... MORE


 
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Nutritional Information
Deep-fried Oysters II

Servings Per Recipe: 6

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 479

  • Total Fat: 30.7g
  • Cholesterol: 13mg
  • Sodium: 1416mg
  • Total Carbs: 41.6g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 4.3g
  • Protein: 9.7g

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