Deep-Fried Oysters

These fried oysters are very simple to make. You can use the same recipe for shrimp and scallops too.

Ingredients

  • 2 quarts vegetable oil for deep frying
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • ¾ cup fine bread crumbs
  • 12 ounces shucked oysters, drained