Kids will love this classic favourite, Fried Oyster with Tartar Sauce. This easy-to-make recipe from Toddler Recipes Australia is hassle free and provides a healthy and tasty lunch or dinner option for the whole family. Kids will adore the crispy oyster fillets and homemade tartar sauce! Perfect for special occasions and a great way to introduce toddlers to seafood, this fried oyster dish is a hit with the whole family.

General Information Servings: 4 Keywords: Fried Oyster, Tartar Sauce Calories: 390 Protein: 9g Carbs: 24g Fats: 27g Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 10 oysters, shucked, chopped into small pieces
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup plain flour
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 egg, whisked
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped dill pickles
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped capers
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped cornichons
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 4 tablespoons canola oil
• 2 lemons, cut into wedges

Directions

1. Preparation: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. In a seperate bowl, whisk together the egg and breadcrumbs.

2. Fry the Oysters: Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the oysters and fry, stirring occasionally until they are golden brown, about 5 minutes. Once done, remove from the heat and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to remove any excess oil.

3. Make the Tartar Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, pickles, capers, cornichons, and lemon juice and mix until combined.

4. Assemble: Place the fried oysters on a plate and serve with the tartar sauce and lemon wedges.

Recommended Sides

• A simple green salad
• Oven-baked potato wedges
• Crispy onion rings

Be sure to tell the kids this is a pirate feast and you’ll never get Gold if you don’t dip those oysters in the sauce!