Perfection is not found in great wealth or an impressive social media following. You will find it, however, when you finally nail the perfect pairing for your fried oysters.

Yes, perfection is found in nature. It’s found in the first oyster you fry up and serve with a cold beer on a hot summer day.

Okay, it’s not that deep. But sometimes, perfection is in the seemingly inconsequential things like finding side dishes that can withstand the heat and acidity of the dish while still providing a complementary flavor.

In today’s blog, I’ve compiled a list of my top ten favorites. Each one brings something special to the table.

So, without further ado, here are 10 perfect side dishes to serve with fried oysters:

Side Dishes for Fried Oysters

Garlic Rice
Mayo Dipping Sauce
Radish and Cucumber Salad
Mignonette Sauce
Pickled Red Cabbage
Cajun Dipping Sauce
Coleslaw
Cheesy Grits
Asian Dipping Sauce
Sauteed Zucchini and Corn

Garlic Rice

There’s nothing quite like a bowl of garlic rice to soak up all the deliciousness that is fried oysters.

The secret to making sure this dish doesn’t become too greasy is to use just enough oil to coat the pan. Then, add your garlic and cook until it’s fragrant before adding your rice.

I like to use basmati rice for this dish because it has a nice, fluffy texture that can stand up to the other ingredients. Once the rice is in, make sure to give it a good stir so that the garlic is evenly distributed.