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A shrimp po' boy sandwich with a side of coleslaw and a pile of crispy fries on a checkered picnic table

Shrimp Po' Boy

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Servings: 4 sandwiches
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
  • 3 eggs beaten
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 4 sandwich rolls
  • Lettuce shredded
  • Tomato slices
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and lemon juice to make a simple sauce.
  2. Slice the rolls and spread the sauce on each side.
  3. Layer shredded lettuce and tomato slices on the roll bottoms.
  4. Mix cornmeal, flour, and Creole seasoning in a bowl.
  5. Dip shrimp in the beaten eggs, then coat with the cornmeal mixture.
  6. Heat oil in a deep pot to 360°F (182°C).
  7. Fry shrimp in batches until golden brown and crisp, about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  9. Add fried shrimp on top.
  10. Close the sandwiches with the roll tops, pressing gently to set.
  11. Serve these delicious Shrimp Po' Boys immediately while they're hot.