Pan Fried Oysters

From family circle all-time favorite recipes

Drain oysters.

Blot oysters dry on paper towels.

In a small bowl , beat the eggs slightly.

Place flour and cracker crumbs on separate sheets of waxed paper.

Lightly coat oysters in flour.

Shake off the excess.

Dip into egg , then in crumbs , pressing crumbs to adhere.

Place on a sheet of waxed paper.

Heat 2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over med-high heat until butter is melted.

Add 1 / 3 of the oysters.

Saute 2 minutes or until golden brown.

Turn oysters and saute another 2 minutes.

Remove to a baking sheet lined with paper towels.

Keep warm in low oven.

Wipe skillet clean.

Fry remaining oysters in 2 batches.

Serve warm.

oysters, eggs, all-purpose flour, saltine crackers, butter, vegetable oil