Fried Oysters
Fried Oyster are a favorite along the Carolina Coast but how do cook them at home and have them come out like they do inthe best seafood restaurants? Find Ort Here!
Drain oysters, and dry thoroughly between paper towels. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and roll in cornmeal or fine cracker crumbs. Deep-fry in fat at 365° to 375° until brown. Drain on paper towel.
Scalloped Oysters
½ cup cracker crumbs
½ cup butter, melted
1 pint oysters
1 cup fine bread crumbs
salt, pepper, and paprika to taste
Combine ¼ cup cracker crumbs and ¼ cup melted butter in a shallow, greased baking dish. Spread evenly in a thin layer. Cover with half of the oysters, and season to taste. Make a second layer of cracker crumbs and melted butter. Cover with remaining oysters, season, and top with bread crumbs. Moisten with oyster liquor. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes.
Oyster Cocktail Sauce
10 teaspoons oyster liquor
½ cup tomato ketchup
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 drop Tabasco sauce
2 lemons, juiced
Salt to taste
Combine ingredients, and refrigerate. Serve chilled. Pour over oysters or on the side.
