Virginia Fried Oysters
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp sifted flour
- 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- 1 egg whites
- ½ tsp salt
- warm water
- salt and white pepper (or paprika)
- oysters
Instructions
- Make a batter of four tablespoons of sifted flour, one tablespoon of olive oil or melted butter, two well-beaten whites of eggs, one-half teaspoon of salt, and warm water enough to make a batter that will drop easily.
- Sprinkle the oysters lightly with salt and white pepper or paprika.
- Dip in the batter and fry to a golden brown.
- Drain, and serve on a hot platter, with slices of lemon around them.