Mississippi Fried Oysters Raw oysters 2 eggs, beaten 2 cups cornmeal 1 teaspoon granulated sugar 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon pepper 2 tablespoons flour Drain oysters and soak in eggs. Mix cornmeal, sugar, salt, pepper and flour. Dip oysters in cornmeal mixture and fry in deep shortening until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.