Fried Oysters (Cracker Crumb Coating)

Another one I'm saving from Southern Living. I LOVE fried oysters. Raw or fried are the only way I eat 'em. So yummy.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1  quart  fresh  oyster, rinsed and drained
• 1  large egg, beaten
• 36  saltines, crushed to crumbs (1 sleeve)
• 1  cup ketchup
• 1  tablespoon horseradish
•  hot sauce
•  canola oil

Directions

1. Dip oysters in egg then dredge in cracker crumbs.
2. Let sit in fridge for 2 hours.
3. Stir together ketchup, horseradish, and hot sauce (to taste) and chill.
4. Fry oysters in 1" oil at 350F 3-4 minute until golden.
5. Serve immediately with sauce.