Grandma Flaxel's Crispy Fried Oysters

Name: Grandma Flaxel's Crispy Fried Oysters
Prep time: 3 h
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 3 h 5 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 24 whole shucked medium to large oysters; 3 whole large eggs; 2 sleeves saltine crackers; 2 cups corn or vegetable oil; 1 tsp Kosher salt; 1 piece deep-fry thermometer

Classic crispy fried oysters coated in a golden-brown saltine crust. These tender oysters are dipped in egg and crusted with crushed crackers before being fried to perfection.

6 servings

3 hr 20 min

Published October 4, 2025

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Ingredients

•24 whole shucked medium to large oysters
•3 whole large eggs
•2 sleeves saltine crackers
•2 cups corn or vegetable oil
•1 tsp Kosher salt
•1 piece deep-fry thermometer

Cooking Instructions

1.
Drain oysters. Beat eggs in a medium bowl to blend. Add oysters and turn to coat completely. Pour half of saltine crumbs into a 13x9x2" baking dish. Working in batches, lift oysters with a slotted spoon, allowing excess egg to drain back into bowl, and transfer to baking dish. Scatter remaining crumbs over oysters and toss to coat. Cover dish and chill for 2-3 hours.
180 min
2.
Line a plate with paper towels. Pour oil into a medium heavy skillet to a depth of 1/2". Prop deep-fry thermometer in skillet so bulb is submerged. Heat oil over medium heat to 375°F. Working in batches, fry oysters, turning once, until coating is crisp and deep golden brown, about 1 minute per batch. Transfer to paper towels; season with salt.
20 min