Fried Oysters Cesenatico

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Fried Oysters Cesenatico

Recipe By : MOLTO MARIO #MB5728
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : New Text Import

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 Cups olive oil -- for frying
2 Dozen oysters -- shucked
bottom shells reserved -- washed and dried
1 Cup milk
1/2 Cup flour
seasoned with black pepper and nutmeg
4 egg whites -- slightly whipped
1 Cup fresh bread crumbs

Preheat oil to 365 degrees F.

Pick through oysters to make sure there are no shell pieces attached and
place in milk. Remove one oyster, shake it dry and dredge in seasoned
flour. Remove and dredge in egg whites. Remove, shake off excess liquid,
and dredge in bread crumbs. Continue until all oysters are breaded. Place
six oysters at a time in hot oil and fry until dark golden brown, about 1
to 2 minutes. Remove and replace in warmed shells. Serve immediately with
spumante.

Yield: 4 servings



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