Shrimp Po’ Boy

Name: Shrimp Po’ Boy
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American, French
Ingredients: 1/4 c. mayonnaise; 2 tsp. horseradish; 2 tsp. Dijon mustard; 1 small dill pickle, finely minced; 1 tsp. lemon zest; 1 tsp. lemon juice; 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more for seasoning shrimp; 1/2 tsp. freshly cracked black pepper, plus more for seasoning; 1 c. buttermilk; 1 tsp. onion powder; 1 tsp. garlic powder; 1 to 1/2 tsp ground cayenne, depending on spice preference; 6 tbsp. all-purpose flour; 1 tbsp. hot sauce, such as Crystal (optional); 1 1/2 c. cornmeal; 24 oz. (or about 3 cups) peanut or vegetable oil, for frying; 2 loaves po' boy bread or large French hero, halved lengthwise; Shredded iceberg lettuce; Thinly sliced tomato

Instructions

Prep:35min

Dressed with crunchy shredded iceburg, juicy tomatoes, and a creamy and briny remoulade sauce, this imposing sandwich will make you feel like you're in NOLA.

Updated at: Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:04:05 GMT