Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pints fresh oysters
• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
• Vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions

1. Drain oysters thoroughly in colander.
2. Combine cornmeal, salt, flour, black pepper and cayenne in a small bowl.
3. Roll oysters in cornmeal mixture a few at a time, coating evenly.
4. Fry a few at a time in deep oil heated to 375 degrees F. Fry for about 2 minutes or just until light brown.
5. Drain on paper towels.
6. Keep warm in 200 degrees F oven until all oysters are fried.
7. Serve with cocktail sauce.