Fried Bacon Wrapped Oysters Recipe

Crispy, salty bacon perfectly complements the succulent sweetness of fried oysters in this easy Southern appetizer recipe. Inspired by Southern Living, this recipe is ready in under 40 minutes and guaranteed to impress your guests!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 33 mins
Calories 155.7 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fried Bacon Wrapped Oysters

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How to Make Fried Bacon Wrapped Oysters

  1. In a shallow dish, whisk together 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  2. Dredge each oyster in the flour mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.
  3. Wrap each oyster with a 1/2 slice of bacon and secure with a wooden pick.
  4. Pour 1 inch of peanut oil into a cast iron skillet or Dutch oven. Heat to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Carefully place oysters in the hot oil in batches, avoiding overcrowding the pan.
  6. Fry for 2 1/2 to 3 minutes per batch, or until the bacon is crispy and the oysters are golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Remove oysters from skillet and place on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  8. Serve immediately while hot and crispy. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

18g

Carbs

2g