Best 7 Poor Boy Sandwich Recipes
Are you looking for a classic sandwich with a New Orleans flair? Look no further than the po'boy sandwich! This iconic sandwich is made with a soft, fluffy French roll and is traditionally stuffed with fried seafood, such as shrimp, catfish, or oysters. However, there are many variations of the po'boy, and you can find them filled with everything from roast beef to Italian sausage. No matter what you choose to put in it, a po'boy is sure to satisfy your hunger. In this article, we'll share some of the best recipes for po'boy sandwiches, so you can make this New Orleans favorite at home.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
POOR BOY SANDWICH
Field editor Violet Beard of Marshall, Illinois shares her recipe for a fresh-tasting tuna sandwich.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 1 serving.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut a thin slice off top of roll; set aside. Hollow out center, reserving 1/2 cup of bread and leaving a 1/4-in. shell. Combine butter and celery seed; spread over inside of roll and on cut surface of top. Combine remaining ingredients and reserved bread; spoon into roll. Replace top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 787 calories, Fat 49g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 97mg cholesterol, Sodium 1262mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 50g protein.
SHRIMP PO'BOY
Many believe that brothers Benny and Clovis Martin created the first version of a po'boy as a free meal for striking New Orleans streetcar drivers in 1929. According to legend, the Martins would say "Here comes another poor boy!" when someone approached for a sandwich, which was half a French bread loaf stuffed with fillings like fried shrimp and oysters.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 shrimp po'boys
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Make the shrimp: Whisk the flour, cornmeal, Cajun seasoning, 1 tablespoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl. Stir together the milk and hot sauce in a large bowl; add the shrimp. Working in batches, remove the shrimp from the milk mixture, letting the excess drip off, and add to the bowl with the flour mixture; toss to coat. Transfer to a plate and refrigerate 15 minutes to let the coating set.
- Meanwhile, make the rémoulade: Combine the mayonnaise, pickles, shallot and hot sauce in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper.
- Fry the shrimp: Line a baking sheet with paper towels. Preheat the oven to 350˚ F. Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 360˚ F. Working in batches, fry the shrimp until golden brown and crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove to the prepared baking sheet with a slotted spoon; season with salt. Adjust the heat as needed between batches.
- Meanwhile, put the rolls on a baking sheet and bake until toasted, about 5 minutes. Spread the rémoulade on the cut sides and fill with lettuce, the shrimp and tomatoes. Serve with more hot sauce.
SHRIMP PO' BOYS
Crispy fried shrimp sandwiches are served piping hot with a spicy and tangy remoulade sauce.
Provided by Kikkoman
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Kikkoman
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Combine butter and garlic, spread on rolls and toast in the oven until brown. Heat oil in a 2 quart saucepan until 360 degrees. Mix creole seasoning and flour. Dredge shrimp in flour then egg; roll in panko. Fry shrimp in batches until golden brown. Spread remoulade sauce on all 4 rolls. Top with shrimp, followed by shredded lettuce.
- Remoulade sauce: Mix mayo, horseradish, pickle relish, minced garlic, cayenne pepper, and ponzu in a bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1257.4 calories, Carbohydrate 127.3 g, Cholesterol 525.5 mg, Fat 50 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 73.2 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 2640.7 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
FISH PO' BOYS
This traditional Louisiana sub sandwich uses flounder and is topped with spicy tartar sauce.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut flounder fillets into 1 1/2-inch strips; pat dry. Place in a medium bowl. Add cornmeal; season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Brown fish (work in batches if needed) on both sides, 7 to 10 minutes (turn fish carefully). Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; season with more salt, as desired.
- Split baguette; hollow out slightly. Spread both halves with tartar sauce, and layer with lettuce, sliced tomato, and fish. Cut into 4 pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 g, Fat 19 g, Protein 24 g
PO BOY BREAD
My take on a basic French bread recipe from "Lee Bailey's New Orleans". This version adds flavor with a poolish and is more hydrated. A poolish is just part of the flour and water and a little yeast which ferments before the bread is made, adding flavor. Very good bread. Times listed don't include rising or proofing times.
Provided by Red_Apple_Guy
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 48m
Yield 4 16 inch baguettes, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix the poolish ingredients well, cover, and let sit at room temperature for 8 to 9 hours until bubbly, doubled in volume, and sweet smelling.
- This can be used then or refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Add poolish and all other ingredients except salt to the bowl of a mixer and knead with the dough hook until all dry ingredients are wetted.
- Cover bowl and let sit for 20 minutes.
- Add salt and knead for 8 to 10 minuts until smooth.
- Tip out onto lightly floured counter and stretch the doughn into a rectangle. Fold the dough letter-style, top downward, bottom upward, and sides inward until a packet is formed.
- Place in straight sided clear container sprayed with oil, cover and let rest at room temperature until doubled in volume (about 1 1/2 hours).
- Divide into 4 pieces. Roll into baguettes about 16 inches long.
- Place on a floured cloth with folds to support the baguettes. Cover with sprayed plastic film.
- Let rise for 45 minutes to 1 hour as oven heats to 400F with steam pan (skillets work well with water added just before baking).
- Score and bake in steam for 10 minutes. Remove pan, rotate loaves, and bake for 8 more minutes until 205F internally.
- Remove to a cooling rack and allow to cool for 20 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.9, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 779.6, Carbohydrate 83.4, Fiber 3, Sugar 4.8, Protein 11
POOR BOY SPREAD
A great addition to your favorite fixings on any fried shrimp, oyster, or fish poor boy. Adapted from a fried shrimp dipping sauce that I fell in love with. Pepper and horseradish can be adjusted to taste.
Provided by Juanita
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Stir Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, mayonnaise, horseradish, lemon juice, garlic powder, and black pepper together in a bowl. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, 30 minutes to a full day.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.5 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Cholesterol 2.6 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 208.9 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
BLACKENED SALMON POOR BOY SANDWICHES
I love spicy Cajun foods. I love salmon. This recipe combines them both into one delicious sandwich.
Provided by Alskann
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat a heavy skillet over high heat for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Mix mayonnaise with 1-2 teaspoons of Cajun spice.
- Taste, add salt, pepper or more Cajun spice as necessary (depending on your preference); put aside till later.
- Lightly oil both sides of the salmon and sprinkle with the remaining Cajun spice (the more you add, the hotter it becomes, so heads up).
- Place salmon in the hot skillet to blacken; cook 2 to 3 minutes on the first side, turn and finish cooking. Cooking time will vary based on the thickness of fish and the heat of pan.
- Spread 1 tablespoon of the mayonnaise mixture onto each French roll.
- Top each with a blackened salmon fillet, 2 slices of tomato and 1/4 cup of the shredded cabbage and serve.
- ***CAJUN SPICE MIX***.
- Mix all spice mix ingredients together. Store in a sealed ziploc bag.
- Makes about 2/3 cup spice mix.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.8, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 77.4, Sodium 329.9, Carbohydrate 29.1, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 2.4, Protein 39.9
Tips:
- Use a good quality French bread: The bread is the foundation of a poor boy sandwich, so make sure it's fresh, crispy, and has a good flavor. A traditional French baguette is a great choice, but you can also use other types of bread, such as a hoagie roll or a submarine bun.
- Don't skimp on the fillings: The fillings are what make a poor boy sandwich special, so don't be afraid to be generous. Use plenty of meat, cheese, and vegetables, and make sure they're all fresh and flavorful.
- Add some sauce: A good sauce can really take a poor boy sandwich to the next level. Some popular options include mayonnaise, mustard, horseradish sauce, and remoulade. You can also use a combination of sauces, if you like.
- Serve it with chips or fries: Poor boy sandwiches are often served with chips or fries, which makes them a great meal for a casual lunch or dinner.
Conclusion:
The poor boy sandwich is a delicious and versatile sandwich that can be made with a variety of fillings. It's a great option for a quick and easy meal, and it's also perfect for parties and potlucks. With a little creativity, you can create a poor boy sandwich that everyone will love.
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