BBQ Fried Oysters

• 1 quart oil
• 2 dozen shucked and drained oysters
• 12 teaspoon liquid smoke
• 14 cup chili powder
• 12 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon hickory smoke salt
• salt

1. Preheat oil in a large deep fry pot to 350 degrees.
2. Place the oysters in a small mixing bowl; add liquid smoke and let soak for 10-15 minutes.
3. In a bowl or plastic bag, sift together the chili powder, flour, cayenne pepper, onion/garlic powder, and hickory salt; add oysters and shake to coat.
4. Deep fry for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown.
5. Serve immediately and pass the hot sauce!

oil, oysters, liquid smoke, chili powder, flour, cayenne pepper, onion powder, garlic, hickory smoke salt, salt

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/bbq-fried-oysters-224193 (may not work)