Shrimp Po Boy Sandwich (Print Version)

Golden fried shrimp with crisp vegetables and tangy mayo in a soft French roll

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Shrimp

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 1 cup cornmeal
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 1/2 cup buttermilk
06 - 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
07 - 1/2 tsp paprika
08 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
09 - 1/2 tsp kosher salt
10 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
11 - Vegetable oil, for frying

→ For the Sandwich Assembly

12 - 4 soft French rolls or hoagie buns
13 - 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
14 - 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
15 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
16 - 1 tbsp hot sauce (optional)
17 - 1 tbsp dill pickle slices (optional)
18 - Lemon wedges, for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk.
02 - In another bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Dip the shrimp into the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour-cornmeal mixture, coating well.
04 - Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F.
05 - Fry the shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
06 - Slice the French rolls open lengthwise, leaving a hinge.
07 - In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise with hot sauce, if using. Spread generously on both sides of the rolls.
08 - Layer with shredded lettuce, tomato slices, and fried shrimp. Add pickle slices if desired.
09 - Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • The contrast between hot crispy shrimp and cool crisp vegetables creates that perfect bite rhythm
  • Everything comes together in about 35 minutes but tastes like you spent all day thinking about it
02 -
  • Overcrowding the oil drops the temperature fast and makes soggy shrimp, so work in small batches
  • Let the fried shrimp rest for about a minute before assembling so they stay crisp longer
03 -
  • Keep the oil temperature steady because each batch affects the heat, and patience pays off here
  • Toast the cut sides of your bread for 30 seconds before assembly to prevent sogginess
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