Fried Oysters with Tartar Sauce Recipe
American · Appetizer · 30 min total
Crispy golden fried oysters paired with a tangy homemade tartar sauce make for an irresistible appetizer or main course.
20
min prep
10
min cook
4
servings
380
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1 pint shucked oysters, drained
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped dill pickles
- 1 tablespoon capers, drained and chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, pepper, and paprika. In another dish, whisk eggs and milk. Place panko in a third dish.
- Dredge each oyster in flour mixture, then dip in egg mixture, and coat with panko, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat about 1 inch of oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry oysters in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- For tartar sauce: mix mayonnaise, pickles, capers, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve fried oysters immediately with tartar sauce on the side.
Tips
- To keep oysters crispy, do not overcrowd the pan when frying.
- Leftover tartar sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
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