SOUTHERN FRIED OYSTERS
1 cup self-rising cornmeal
1 cup self-rising flour
1/4 tsp. red pepper (optional)
salt to taste
2 eggs
2 Tbsp. milk
2 (12 oz.) containers fresh select oysters, drained
Vegetable oil
Combine cornmeal, flour, salt, and red pepper, stirring well. Combine eggs and milk, beating well with a fork. Dip oysters in egg mixture and dredge in flour mixture. Pour oil to depth of 2 to 3 inches in Dutch oven. Heat to 375 degrees F., fry oysters in oil until golden, turning once, drain on paper towels. 6 servings.
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