Ingredients:

  • 1 pint (approx. 16 oz) Fresh Shucked Oysters
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch
  • 2 Large Eggs, beaten
  • 1 tbsp Hot Sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups Panko Breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp Old Bay Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • High-smoke-point oil spray (Avocado or Grapeseed)
  • 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter, melted
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Fresh Parsley, chopped

Instructions:

  1. Drain the oysters in a fine-mesh sieve and pat them extremely dry with paper towels to ensure a crispy texture.
  2. Dredge each oyster in cornstarch, shaking off the excess until only a light, translucent film remains.
  3. Whisk the eggs with the hot sauce in a shallow bowl. In another bowl, combine panko, Old Bay, and garlic powder.
  4. Dip each floured oyster into the egg wash, then press firmly into the panko mixture to create a thick coating.
  5. Place oysters in a single layer in the air fryer basket and mist generously with high-smoke-point oil spray.
  6. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 8 minutes total, flipping halfway through and applying a second oil mist for a golden finish.
  7. Whisk together melted butter, minced garlic, and parsley; drizzle over the hot oysters immediately before serving.