Beignets d’Huîtres au Champagne (Oyster Beignets in a Champagne Batter)

By LRay

If you want to impress someone without a lot of fuss, try these simple Oyster Beignets in a Champagne Batter. They're absolutely delicious!

Ingredients

• 1 cup flour
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1 cup Champagne
• 24 local oysters
• Canola oil, for frying
• Salt and pepper
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Preparation

Step 1

Mix flour and cornstarch together. Add Champagne to make batter.

Shuck oysters and add to batter.

Heat oil to 350°F.

Drop battered oysters into hot oil and fry until golden, about 8 to 10 minutes.

Season with salt and pepper and serve with lemon wedges.