Description
This classic Shrimp Po’ Boy is packed with crispy, seasoned shrimp, creamy remoulade sauce, and fresh toppings, all served on a soft French roll. A New Orleans favorite that’s perfect for lunch or dinner!
Ingredients
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- For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- For the Remoulade Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp hot sauce (like Crystal or Tabasco)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp relish (or chopped pickles)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- For Assembling:
- 4 French rolls or hoagie buns
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 tomato, sliced
- Pickles (optional)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp: In a bowl, soak the shrimp in buttermilk for 10-15 minutes while preparing other ingredients.
- Make the remoulade sauce: In a small bowl, mix all sauce ingredients until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Prepare the coating: In a shallow dish, whisk together cornmeal, flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne.
- Dredge the shrimp: Remove shrimp from buttermilk and coat each piece in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Fry the shrimp: Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Assemble the Po’ Boys: Toast the French rolls, then spread remoulade sauce on both sides. Add shredded lettuce, tomato slices, and pickles. Top with fried shrimp.
- Serve immediately with extra remoulade and lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- For a lighter version, air fry the shrimp at 400°F for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Use store-bought Cajun seasoning instead of individual spices for extra flavor.
- Add sliced jalapeños for a spicy kick!
Nutrition
- Calories: 520 | Carbs: 55g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Sodium: 850mg | Cholesterol: 220mg
- Sugar: 5g | Sodium: 850mg | Cholesterol: 220mg
- Sodium: 850mg | Cholesterol: 220mg
- Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Sodium: 850mg | Cholesterol: 220mg
- Saturated Fat: 4g | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Sodium: 850mg | Cholesterol: 220mg
- Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Sodium: 850mg | Cholesterol: 220mg
- Protein: 28g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Sodium: 850mg | Cholesterol: 220mg
- Cholesterol: 220mg