Shrimp Po’ Boy
I love going to New Orleans and eating all the amazing cuisine. This lighter Shrimp Po’ Boy was inspired by my last trip there. Rather than deep frying the shrimp, it’s sauteed with lots of spices, then topped with a fresh herb buttermilk slaw served on a whole grain French baguette. It’s delicious, high-protein and a fun sandwich if you’re looking to switch things up! Sandwiches for dinner are a great way to make a quick weeknight meal. This dish takes about 20 minutes to make an it’s very substantial.
Helpful Tip
A tip I like to use when making a sandwich lighter on French bread, I scoop out some of the inside of the bread to give you a bigger sandwich, with fewer carbs and calories.
How To Make Shrimp Po Boy
Variations:
Swap Old Bay for Cajun seasoning. If you don’t want to use buttermilk, double the yogurt. If you don’t want to use yogurt, double the buttermilk. If you prefer, you can grill the shrimp instead of sauteing in a skillet. Skip the french bread and make it a crunch wrap with a large tortilla.
Storage
Refrigerate leftover shrimp and slaw separate up to 2 days. To serve heat the shrimp up and assemble.
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title: “Shrimp Po Boy” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-19” author: “Otis Solomon”
Everyone loves the crispy fried shrimp in this sandwich. Shrimp is comfort food to anyone who lives in the South and I am here for all the Southern cuisine I can get! For more shrimp-inspired dishes you should try this pasta, these tacos, or this easy one skillet dinner. They are all so yummy and your family will love them!
What is Shrimp Po Boy?
In the late 1920’s, the term po boy came from feeding the “poor boys” who were New Orleans street car drivers on strike. A po-boy sandwich recipe is known for being a simple but hearty sandwich made with beef, chicken fingers, or fried seafood. Fresh veggies and cajun aioli are the perfect complement to fried shrimp and soft French bread. Authentic shrimp po boy recipes are served with a creole remoulade sauce, but I kept all the flavors in this recipe cajun. I love cajun seasoning, and the cajun aioli in this sandwich is out of this world! I have you covered if you want more cajun recipes! This baked fish is one of my favorite cajun recipes, and I always use my homemade cajun seasoning, it’s amazing! And you should make this easy cajun shrimp as an appetizer for your next party.
Po Boy Ingredients
Shrimp po boy sandwiches can be made with a few simple ingredients, and most of them you have on hand. Simple is key when making this sandwich so it can be made fast for your hungry people. Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements.
For the Shrimp
Raw Shrimp: Fresh large shrimp peeled and deveined with the tails off here. All-Purpose: Flour for the light coating on the shrimp. Cajun seasoning: My homemade version is amazing, but store-bought works too. Milk: To help the coating stick to the shrimp. Vegetable Oil: For frying.
Cajun Aioli
Mayonnaise: Creamy mayonnaise is the base of this aioli. Lemon Juice: Fresh squeezed lemon juice always. Cajun Seasoning: Follow my homemade seasoning link for the recipe!
Sandwich Ingredients
Hoagie Rolls: French bread or a baguette. Cabbage: Thinly sliced cabbage or lettuce is the most authentic because it adds great crispiness to the sandwich. Pickles: Sliced salty pickles are delicious on this sandwich. Tomatoes: Sliced ripe juicy tomatoes!
Shrimp Po Boy Recipe
This easy shrimp po boy recipe comes together quickly! Frying shrimp is super fast. Make the cajun aioli sauce while your shrimp is cooking. Then all that’s left is assembling your sandwiches and you can serve these yummy sandwiches to your hungry family. Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for the full instructions.
Meat: Enjoy a po boy with any meat you like. Roast beef, chicken fingers, or any fried seafood would be yummy! Bread: French bread is classic for a po boy sandwich, but any quality soft bread from the bakery will do. Make sure it has a crispy exterior but is fluffy and soft on the inside. Sauce: Remoulade sauce is authentic for this sandwich, but I used a cajun aioli to set mine apart. Remoulade sauce has creole seasoning and is just as delicious! Make it Spicy: Add sliced pepperoncini, banana peppers, or jalapenos for a little kick because spicy is the best!
In the Refrigerator: Store leftover shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. To Reheat: Reheat the shrimp in the oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes. Or in the air fryer at 390 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 minutes. Cook until the shrimp is crispy and warmed through.
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