Shrimp Po' Boy

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  • Prep Time

    30 mins

  • Cook Time

    30 mins

  • Total Time

    40 mins

  • Servings

    8 servings

  • Calories

    628 kcal

  • Course

    Lunch

  • Cuisine

    Cajun

Shrimp Po' Boy

There’s something to be said about Southern cooking; once you try this crispy, flavor-packed Shrimp Po' Boy, you’ll understand the irresistible appeal.

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Ingredients

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  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon Creole mustard plus more for spreading
  • 3 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning
  • kosher salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 2 pounds large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/3 cups cornmeal
  • vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup to 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 8 French Rolls split and toasted
  • 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 1 large tomato sliced
  • 2/3 cup dill pickles sliced
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Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, buttermilk, mustard, 1.5 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add shrimp, toss to coat, and marinate for 20 minutes.
  2. Combine flour, cornmeal, and remaining 1.5 tablespoons Cajun seasoning with salt to taste in a shallow dish. Dredge the marinated shrimp in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
  3. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 350°F. Fry the shrimp in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 2-5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  4. Spread mayonnaise and Creole mustard on the toasted French rolls. Layer with lettuce, tomato slices, pickles, and fried shrimp. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 628kcal (31%) Carbohydrates 64g (21%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 28g (43%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 15g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 199mg (66%) Sodium 1202mg (50%) Potassium 490mg (14%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 1866IU (37%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 190mg (19%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 628 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 628kcal 31%
Carbohydrates 64g 21%
Protein 28g 56%
Fat 28g 43%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 15g 88%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 199mg 66%
Sodium 1202mg 50%
Potassium 490mg 10%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 1866IU 37%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 190mg 19%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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