Got to Be NC
Recipe by: Lisa Prince

Fried Oysters

This oyster recipe is from my sister, Michele who helps with all the segments and it’s her kitchen that we film.  The coating is great because it is light with a little crunch and so easy to make. These we a big hit!

Servings: 4
Cook Time: Prep Time: 15 minutes; Total Time: 15 minutes
Meal Type: Entree
NC Ingredients: Oysters, Dairy

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Ingredients

Fried Oysters
1
pt. NC oysters
1
cup milk or buttermilk
3/4
cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2
cups House-Autry Mills Seafood Breader
1
cup Panko breadcrumbs
1/2
cup cornstarch
Salt & Pepper to taste
Sweet and Spicy Tartar Sauce
1
cup mayonnaise
2
Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
2
Tbsp. horseradish
1
½ tsp. Cajun seasoning
1
½ tsp. lemon juice
1/4
tsp. paprika
Remoulade
3
cup mayonnaise
3
Tbsp. ketchup
1
Tbsp. spicy stone-ground mustard
3
Tbsp. finely chopped celery
1
½ Tbsp. finely chopped fresh parsley
1/2
Tbsp. finely chopped scallion
Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Fried Oysters

Rinse and drain the oysters.

Place them in a bowl and cover them with milk to soak while making the breader.

Combine the House-Autry, Panko, cornstarch, salt and pepper in a dish.

Dredge the oysters in the breader mix and shake off any excess.

Heat oil in a medium size pan over medium heat.

Place oysters in the hot oil and fry for approximately 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Sweet and Spicy Tartar Sauce

Stir together all ingredients in a bowl.  Cover and chill 30 minutes to 24 hours.

Remoulade

Stir together all ingredients in a bowl.  Cover and chill 30 minutes to 24 hours.

 

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