Shrimp Po' Boy

Name: Shrimp Po' Boy
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp (26-30 count), peeled, deveined; 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 2 tsp Cajun seasoning; 1/2 cup buttermilk; 2 tsp Louisiana-style hot sauce; 2/3 cup vegetable oil; 4 French po' boy rolls (or hoagie rolls), split lengthwise; 6 tbsp mayonnaise; 2 tbsp Creole mustard (or whole-grain mustard); 2 tsp prepared horseradish; 2 tsp fresh lemon juice; 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce, shredded; 2 roma tomatoes, sliced thin; 1/2 cup dill pickle slices

Golden fried Gulf shrimp piled high on a split French roll with classic remoulade, crisp lettuce, and tomato - a beloved New Orleans lunch that is messy in the best possible way.

35 minMediumServes 4610 cal/serving

CajunLunchStovetopPescatarianHigh ProteinHalal-friendlyNut-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-Free

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Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp (26-30 count), peeled, deveined
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tsp Cajun seasoning
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 tsp Louisiana-style hot sauce
2/3 cup vegetable oil
4 French po' boy rolls (or hoagie rolls), split lengthwise
6 tbsp mayonnaise
2 tbsp Creole mustard (or whole-grain mustard)
2 tsp prepared horseradish
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce, shredded
2 roma tomatoes, sliced thin
1/2 cup dill pickle slices

Instructions

1

Make the remoulade: whisk together 6 tbsp mayonnaise, 2 tbsp Creole mustard (or whole-grain mustard), 2 tsp prepared horseradish, 2 tsp fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of Cajun seasoning in a small bowl. Refrigerate until needed.
2

Combine 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, and the remaining 2 tsp Cajun seasoning in a shallow dish. In another shallow dish, whisk 1/2 cup buttermilk with 2 tsp Louisiana-style hot sauce.
3

Toss 1 lb peeled, deveined large shrimp (26-30 count) in the buttermilk mixture, let excess drip off, then dredge in the cornmeal mixture, pressing to coat.
4

Heat 2/3 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Fry the shrimp in batches until golden and cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Shrimp should reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Drain on paper towels.
5

Toast the cut sides of 4 split lengthwise French po' boy rolls (or hoagie rolls) in the same skillet (or under the broiler) until lightly golden.
6

Spread remoulade generously on both cut sides of the toasted rolls. Pile on 2 cups shredded shredded iceberg lettuce, 2 sliced thin roma tomatoes, 1/2 cup dill pickle slices, and the fried shrimp. Serve immediately.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Shrimp Po' Boy reach?

For Shrimp Po' Boy, the target internal temperature is 350 F (about 175 C), given in step 4. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork. The target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 4. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is there a substitute for buttermilk in Shrimp Po' Boy?

The entry for Shrimp Po' Boy calls for 1/2 cup buttermilk. In its place: Stir a tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar into a cup of milk and let it stand five minutes. Plain yogurt thinned with milk also works.

Can I use frozen shrimp instead of shrimp in Shrimp Po' Boy?

Yes; most shrimp sold as fresh were frozen once already. Thaw them under cold running water for about ten minutes and pat them very dry so they sear instead of steaming. As written, the entry for Shrimp Po' Boy uses 1 lb large shrimp (26-30 count), peeled, deveined.

How hot is Shrimp Po' Boy?

Moderately. The heat in Shrimp Po' Boy comes from 2 tsp Louisiana-style hot sauce and 2 tsp prepared horseradish. For a milder plate, start with half the hot sauce and add more to taste at the end; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Can I make Shrimp Po' Boy dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Shrimp Po' Boy is 1/2 cup buttermilk. Swap the buttermilk for plant milk soured with a teaspoon of vinegar per cup. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Does Shrimp Po' Boy contain shellfish?

Yes: 1 lb large shrimp (26-30 count), peeled, deveined. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy, eggs and shellfish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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