Deep Fried Oyster Croquettes

Ingredients

• 1 dozen oysters
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 2 egg yolks
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 egg, beaten
• Breadcrumbs
• Oil for deep frying

Method

1. 1 Drain and wash oysters. Place in a hot kettle, shake until gills curl and liquid boils. Boil for 5 minutes, then drain, reserving ½ cup of the liquid.
2. 2 Chop the oysters. Rub butter and flour together, then add oysters and reserved liquor. Stir over heat until boiling.
3. 3 Move mixture to the back of the stove and cook for 10 minutes. Add seasoning and egg yolks, cook for 1 more minute, then turn out to cool.
4. 4 Chill the mixture overnight or on ice for at least 4 hours until cold.
5. 5 Form into small cylinder shapes. Dip in beaten egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
6. 6 Fry in deep hot fat until golden brown. Serve immediately.