Fried Shrimp Po’ Boys

Transport yourself to the French Quarter with this iconic sandwich. The combination of crispy, golden shrimp and a tangy, spicy homemade remoulade on fluffy French bread is pure comfort food.

Fried Shrimp Po’ Boys

Transport yourself to the French Quarter with this iconic sandwich. The combination of crispy, golden shrimp and a tangy, spicy homemade remoulade on fluffy French bread is pure comfort food.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Dish

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

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Main Ingredients

• Sandwich: 2 loaves French bread 8 lettuce leaves, 1 tomato (sliced)
• Shrimp: 48 large shrimp 1 egg, 1 cup flour, 1 cup panko breadcrumbs, cayenne, paprika
• Remoulade: 1 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup mustard, juice of 1/2 lemon, 2 tbsp vinegar, 1 tbsp horseradish, 1 tsp paprika

Equipment

• Deep fryer or pot
• Mixing bowl
• Whisk

Method

 

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a deep pan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. Whisk the egg in one bowl. Mix flour, panko, and spices in another.
3. Dip shrimp in egg, then coat thoroughly in the flour mixture.
4. Fry in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
5. Whisk all remoulade ingredients together. Assemble sandwiches with lettuce, tomato, shrimp, and plenty of sauce.

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