Boston Fry

The tomato sauce can be prepared up to 3 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The oysters can be breaded up to 2 hours ahead and held uncovered on a wire rack in the refrigerator to help the coating set, but they must be fried just before serving for optimal texture.

Fried oysters are best consumed immediately and do not store well, as the coating becomes soggy upon refrigeration. If absolutely necessary, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day and reheat in a 400°F oven for 5-7 minutes to attempt to re-crisp the coating, though results will be inferior to fresh.