Rocky mountain oysters recipe

Rocky Mountain Oysters

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Rocky Mountain oysters, also known as prairie oysters, are a unique delicacy that originated in the American West. Contrary to their name, these "oysters" are not seafood but rather deep-fried bull or bison testicles. Although it may sound unconventional, Rocky Mountain oysters have gained popularity for their tender texture and savory flavor. This recipe will guide you through the process of preparing and cooking these unusual yet delicious treats.

Keywords: Rocky Mountain oysters, prairie oysters, deep-fried, bull testicles, bison testicles.

Rocky mountain oysters recipe details

Rocky mountain oysters recipe, recipe Rating: 4.6
Number of votes:108

Ready in: 1 hour 30 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 6

• 2 pounds fresh calf testicles (bull or bison is an option, too)
• Salt and pepper
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar or lemon juice
• 1 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
• 2 cups milk or red wine
• 1 cup cornmeal
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• Hot sauce

Preparation method

How to prepare rocky mountain oysters?

Prep: 20 mins | Cook: 10 mins | Extra time: 1 hour, soaking

1. The “oysters” will come in tough skin pockets. Slice through the pockets and remove the testicles. (Discard skin pockets.)

2. Fill a large bowl with water and add a few tablespoons of salt. Stir to dissolve, then add the meat. Soak for 1 hour, then drain.

3. Fill a saucepan with water and the vinegar. Set over high heat.

4. When water comes to a boil, add meat to the saucepan. Cook for 5 minutes, then drain.

5. Cut the soaked and boiled meat into slices about 1/4-inch thick.

6. Prepare dredging stations: flour, garlic powder, cayenne, and salt and pepper to taste in one shallow pie pan, milk in a second pie pan, and cornmeal in a third.

7. Fill a deep fryer with vegetable oil and bring to 365 degrees F, according to manufacturer’s instructions. Add a few drops of hot sauce.

8. Dip slices in flour mixture, then in milk. Finally, dredge in cornmeal.

9. Work in batches to fry the oysters until they’re golden brown, about 2 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels, then serve with more hot sauce.