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Shrimp Po’ Boy Sandwich with Spicy Remoulade

Elina James
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Southern American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Shrimp:
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, adjust for spice)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • For the Spicy Remoulade Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • For Assembly:
  • 4 French baguettes or hoagie rolls, split lengthwise
  • Lettuce leaves
  • Tomato slices
  • Pickles
  • Optional: sliced onions

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prepare the Remoulade Sauce : In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, ketchup, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and refrigerate while preparing shrimp.
  • Step 2: Prepare the Shrimp : In a shallow bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, whisk together eggs and buttermilk. Dip each shrimp in the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour-cornmeal mixture, pressing lightly to coat.
  • Step 3: Fry the Shrimp : Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat (about 350°F / 175°C). Fry shrimp in batches 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
  • Step 4: Assemble the Sandwich Spread a generous amount of spicy remoulade sauce on both sides of each baguette. Layer lettuce, tomato, pickles, and fried shrimp inside the rolls. Add extra sauce on top if desired.
  • Step 5: Serve : Serve immediately while shrimp are warm and crispy. Pair with French fries, coleslaw, or potato chips for a complete meal.