Deep Fried Oysters

2 quarts vegetable oil for deep frying

½ cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon ground black pepper

12 ounces shucked oysters, drained

2 eggs, lightly beaten

¾ cup fine bread crumbs

Heat deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Combine flour, salt and black pepper. Dredge oysters in flour mixture, dip in egg and roll in bread crumbs.

Carefully slide oysters into hot oil. Cook five at a time until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Drain briefly on paper towels. Serve hot.