Best 9 Shrimp Po Boy Recipes

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In the culinary world, few things are as satisfying as biting into a perfectly crafted shrimp po boy. A culinary masterpiece that has taken the culinary scene by storm, the shrimp po boy boasts a beautiful symphony of flavors and textures that tantalize the taste buds. Originating from the vibrant streets of New Orleans, this sandwich has become a global sensation, enjoyed by food enthusiasts around the world. Its unique blend of crispy fried shrimp, nestled between soft, fluffy French bread, and topped with a medley of flavorful sauces, makes it an irresistible treat. So, whether you're a seasoned chef looking to perfect your po boy technique or a home cook eager to try something new, this article will guide you through the exciting journey of creating the ultimate shrimp po boy, ensuring a culinary experience that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SHRIMP PO' BOYS



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You don't have to feel poor after you pay in for your taxes. These sandwiches will star on the table and add a Louisiana flair. You can adjust the cayenne pepper to suit your tastes.-Betty Jean Jordan, Monticello, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped dill pickles
1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
4 eggs, separated
1-1/3 cups 2% milk
2 tablespoons canola oil
8 French sandwich rolls, split
Additional oil for deep-fat frying
2 pounds uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Cayenne pepper to taste
4 cups shredded lettuce
16 tomato slices

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, onion and pickles; set aside. For batter, combine flour and salt in a bowl. Add the egg yolks, milk and oil; beat until smooth. , In a small bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold in batter., Wrap sandwich rolls in foil. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes or until warmed. Meanwhile, in a large skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat 1/2 in. of oil to 375°. Dip shrimp in batter; fry for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels; sprinkle with cayenne, Spread mayonnaise mixture over rolls; top with lettuce, tomato slices and shrimp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539 calories, Fat 22g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 285mg cholesterol, Sodium 1046mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

SHRIMP PO'BOYS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Vegetable or peanut oil, for frying
1 large egg
1 cup milk, eyeball it
1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, deveined
Salt
1/2 cup flour
1 cup cornmeal or bread crumbs
2 tablespoons seafood seasoning a couple of palm fulls (recommended: Old Bay)
4 soft club rolls or sub rolls, split
1 beefsteak tomato, thinly sliced
8 pieces Bibb or butter lettuce
1 lemon cut into wedges
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
1/2 cup spicy, grainy mustard
Few drops hot sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat 1-inch of oil in a deep skillet over medium to medium-high heat.
  • Beat egg and milk together. Pull tails off shrimp. Salt shrimp then soak in milk batter. Before you begin breading the shrimp, cover a plate with plastic wrap for easy clean up then mix together the flour, cornmeal or bread crumbs and seafood seasoning on the plate. Using tongs, remove a few shrimp at a time and coat in breading. Add breaded shrimp to the hot oil and fry them 5 to 6 minutes or until firm and deeply golden all over.
  • Pile lettuce and tomato on rolls and top with shrimp, douse the shrimp with a little lemon juice. Mix relish, mustard and hot sauce and dot the roll tops with spoonfuls of the sauce before setting into place.

SHRIMP PO' BOYS



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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

Vegetable oil for deep-frying
4 French rolls, split and hinged
4 tablespoons melted butter
1 teaspoon minced garlic
3 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons Creole seasoning
¾ cup all-purpose flour
2 pounds jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups Kikkoman Panko Bread Crumbs
2 cups shredded lettuce
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon horseradish
1 teaspoon pickle relish
1 teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons Kikkoman Ponzu Lime

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

CAJUN SHRIMP PO' BOYS



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Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

Vegetable oil, for frying
2 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons Creole seasoning
4 eggs, whisked
2 cups seasoned panko breadcrumbs (recommended: Progresso Panko Crispy Bread Crumbs Italian Style)
20 large shrimp (21/25), peeled and deveined, tails removed
Kosher salt
2 cloves garlic, grated
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
4 hoagie rolls, split
Tartar Sauce, recipe follows
Green or red leaf lettuce, for garnish
1 tomato, thinly sliced
1 cup shredded red cabbage
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons finely chopped cornichons
2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
1 tablespoon chili sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Heat 2-inches vegetable oil in a Dutch oven or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until the temperature registers 350 degrees F.
  • Whisk the flour and Creole seasoning in a shallow bowl. Add the eggs to another shallow bowl and the panko to a third shallow bowl. Dredge the shrimp in the flour, followed by the egg and finally coat with the panko, shaking off any excess in between dredges.
  • Working in batches, fry the shrimp until golden brown, 2 1/2 to 3 minutes. Drain the shrimp on paper towel- lined plate and season with salt.
  • Add the garlic to the melted butter and brush on the inside of each roll. Toast the rolls in the oven until golden brown and crispy, about 7 minutes.
  • Spread the Tartar Sauce on each roll, top with lettuce leaves, tomato slices, 5 fried shrimp and some shredded cabbage.
  • In a small bowl, mix together all of the ingredients and season with salt and pepper, to taste.;

SHRIMP PO'BOY



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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

1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup cornmeal
1 tablespoon salt-free Cajun seasoning
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 teaspoon hot sauce (preferably Louisiana-style)
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and patted dry
Vegetable oil, for frying
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons minced dill pickles
2 tablespoons minced shallot or sweet onion
2 teaspoons hot sauce (preferably Louisiana- style), plus more for serving
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 French-bread rolls, split
Shredded lettuce and sliced tomatoes, for serving

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.

GRILLED SHRIMP PO' BOY



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 huge sandwich or 4 small sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2/3 cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
2 lemons, juiced
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons hot sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 French baguette, sliced lengthwise in 1/2
Butter Sauce, recipe follows
Sweet Pickle Mayonnaise, recipe follows
Shredded lettuce, for serving
Sliced tomato, for serving
1/2 stick salted butter
1/2 lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon hot sauce
Dash Worcestershire sauce
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 shallot, minced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped capers
Dash hot sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Arrange about 4 shrimp on each skewer and add to a 13 by 9-inch casserole dish.
  • Add the olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika, cayenne, Worcestershire, hot sauce, salt and pepper, to taste, to a measuring cup. Whisk well and pour over the shrimp in the casserole. Cover the dish and let the shrimp marinate in refrigerator for 20 minutes.
  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  • Grill the shrimp skewers over medium-high heat for about 4 minutes total, flipping once halfway through. Add the baguette to the grill and toast.
  • Remove the shrimp from the grill and add to the butter sauce, discarding the skewers. Toss to coat the shrimp in the Butter Sauce.
  • Spread both sides of bread with the Sweet Pickle Mayonnaise and top evenly with the shrimp, shredded lettuce and sliced tomatoes. Slice the baguette in fourths, if desired, and serve immediately.
  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan on the grill grates. Add the lemon juice, hot sauce and Worcestershire. Stir together with a wooden spoon until well mixed. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Add all the ingredients to a bowl and mix well. Cover and refrigerate until needed.

SHRIMP PO'BOY



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The paper-thin crust and pillowy crumb of a New Orleans-style French roll is essential to this classic sandwich-as is Crystal hot sauce.

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Sandwich     Fry     Fourth of July     Mardi Gras     Graduation     Father's Day     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Lunch     Shrimp     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Vegetable oil for frying
1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp (about 36), peeled, deveined
1 cup buttermilk
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cornmeal
4 8"-long French rolls, split horizontally
Rémoulade Sauce or mayonnaise
Shredded iceberg lettuce
Sliced tomatoes
Dill pickles
Hot pepper sauce (optional), preferably Crystal

Steps:

  • Whisk first 8 ingredients in a small bowl to blend.
  • Attach a deep-fry thermometer to side of a heavy wide pot. Add enough oil to measure 2". Heat over medium heat to 350°.
  • Meanwhile, place shrimp and 2 tablespoons spice mix in a medium bowl and toss to coat. Pour buttermilk into another medium bowl. Whisk flour and cornmeal in another medium bowl.
  • Dip seasoned shrimp briefly in buttermilk, then coat with flour mixture. Working in batches, fry shrimp, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and just cooked through, about 4 minutes per batch. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
  • Open rolls and spread cut sides with rémoulade. Top with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and shrimp. Serve with hot sauce, if desired.

EASY SHRIMP PO' BOY ("DRESSED")



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Po' boys are supposed to be easy. I tried this at home and it comes pretty close to what I tasted on Decatur Street in the "Big Easy"

Provided by Chef Carl in New Je

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 Po' Boys, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp, 26-30/lb
1/2 cup flour, in a gallon size baggie
2 eggs, beaten with a fork
3/4-1 cup cracker meal, enough to coat the shrimp
shredded lettuce, ... enough for 4 ten inch sandwiches (like very course cole slaw)
2 tomatoes, thin sliced (12 slices total)
4 small wide French baguettes, about 10-inch long
1/4 cup mayonnaise
vegetable oil, to fry (or use a deep fryer)

Steps:

  • Rinse shrimp and shake off excess water.
  • In small batches (7-8 at a time), shake shrimp in flour.
  • Wash in beaten eggs, remove excess.
  • Coat in cracker crumbs.
  • Heat oil (1/2" deep) in skillet to hot -- about 350 degrees.
  • Fry shrimp until medium brown -- about 8-10 minutes, turning once halfway. In a deep fryer, cut the time in half.
  • While shrimp are frying, spread 1 tbs mayo on both sides of the baguettes.
  • Drain shrimp on paper towels.
  • Assemble sandwich as follows:.
  • On bottom of baguettes, arrange 7 shrimp.
  • Cover with lettuce.
  • Add 3 slices of tomato.
  • Put on the top part of the baguettes and slice in half.
  • Serves 4 -- including your 3 new best friends. Enjoy.
  • Note about the bread -- Ciabattas LOOK right, but they are too dry. Find a bakery that has subtantial, non-wimpy French baguettes -- about 3" across. Better yet, if you are a baker, make them yourself with square ends. If all you can find is "skinny" baguettes, just make more sandwiches with fewer shrimp.
  • Note on Roumalade sauce -- many recipes will call for Roumalade sauce instead of mayo. This is a trendy affectation that ignores the humble beginnings of the po' boy (a free sandwich for striking New Orleans transit workers). If you need a "kick" just add a tablepoon of cayenne (or less) to the flour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1031.7, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 330.4, Sodium 2096.3, Carbohydrate 160.2, Fiber 9.2, Sugar 3.5, Protein 52.9

QUICK SHRIMP PO'BOYS



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Take your taste buds on a trip to New Orleans where the Po'boy sandwich originated. Crispy cornmeal-coated fried shrimp are paired with shredded iceberg lettuce, tomato, and creamy tartar sauce in a soft hoagie rolls. Serve with a jazzy soundtrack!

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 1/2 pounds large shrimp (26 to 30), peeled, deveined, and butterflied
1/4 cup minced celery
2 tablespoons dill relish, such as Heinz
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, plus wedges for serving
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Vegetable oil, for frying
3/4 cup fine yellow cornmeal
4 soft hoagie or French rolls, split
Shredded iceberg lettuce, sliced tomato, and hot sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • Stir together 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 teaspoons water, and shrimp. In another bowl, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise, celery, relish, and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a heavy pot with 2 inches of oil over medium-high until a deep-fry thermometer reads 375 degrees. Season cornmeal with salt and pepper. Remove shrimp from mayo mixture, letting excess drip off; toss in cornmeal mixture. Working in batches, lift shrimp to let excess cornmeal fall off; add to oil. Fry, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 2 minutes a batch. Transfer to a wire rack set over a baking sheet; season with salt. Lightly toast rolls; spread split sides with remoulade. Top with lettuce, tomato, and shrimp; serve with hot sauce and a squeeze of lemon.

Tips:

  • Use fresh shrimp. Fresh shrimp have a better flavor and texture than frozen shrimp.
  • Clean the shrimp properly. Remove the heads, tails, and shells from the shrimp. Devein the shrimp by making a shallow cut along the back of the shrimp and removing the dark vein.
  • Season the shrimp well. Use a variety of seasonings, such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika, to flavor the shrimp.
  • Cook the shrimp properly. Shrimp can be cooked in a variety of ways, such as boiling, frying, grilling, or baking. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp, as this will make them tough and chewy.
  • Use a good quality bread. The bread is an important part of a po' boy sandwich, so be sure to use a good quality bread that is sturdy enough to hold all the ingredients.
  • Load up the po' boy. Don't be afraid to load up your po' boy with shrimp, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and any other toppings you like.
  • Serve the po' boy with your favorite dipping sauce. Remoulade sauce is a classic dipping sauce for po' boys, but you can also use any other dipping sauce you like.

Conclusion:

The shrimp po' boy is a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. With a few simple tips, you can make a shrimp po' boy that is sure to impress your friends and family.

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