It’s no wonder that shrimp sandwiches are so popular, because they’re super easy to make! You can serve them as an appetizer or main course, but either way, you’ll want to keep this recipe around for when you need a quick meal.
Shrimp Po Boys
Do you want a quick and easy meal to add to your dinner rotation? Do you love seafood and Cajun flavors? Then look no further than this Shrimp Po Boy recipe. The spicy, buttery shrimp cooks up in just 20 minutes in 4 easy steps. The Cajun sauce is a perfect addition to this dish. And with our tips stated below, you can make it yourself in no time to spice up your dish. If you love trying new sandwich recipes like this Shrimp Po Boy. Check out our full list of sandwich recipes, or our list of bread recipes so you can start your sandwich on a delicious slice of homemade bread. Some of our favorite sandwiches include the Ultimate BLT, Turkey Sandwich with Brie, and this delicious Chicken Pesto Sandwich.
What is a Shrimp Po Boy?
This Southern favorite originated in Louisiana in the late 1920s. Workers who were on strike against a streetcar company were given free fried shrimp sandwiches by a local restaurant. The restaurant employees nicknamed the strikers “poor boys,” and so the name “Po Boy” caught on. Traditionally, this po boys recipe is a classic sub sandwich served on a soft baguette roll with meat, usually fried seafood (oysters, shrimp, catfish, etc.). On occasion, you’ll find it served with beef or chicken.
How Do I Prepare the Shrimp for a Po Boy Sandwich?
Typically, the seafood is breaded and deep fried. You can bread it in cornmeal and a flour mixture and cook in batches, frying in hot vegetable oil until the shrimp is golden brown and dry on paper towels. For this recipe however, we just grilled up some shrimp using butter, garlic, and a spicy kick of Creole seasoning. If you don’t have Creole Seasoning in your kitchen – you are missing out! Our favorite is Tony Chahere’s Creole Seasoning. You could also try seasoning your shrimp with a teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, a little dash of hot sauce, cayenne pepper, kosher salt, Cajun seasoning, onion powder or spicy brown mustard.
The Secret’s in the Sauce
Smooth, creamy sauce atop the tender shrimp takes these sandwiches to the next level. Essentially, all it takes are just a few pantry staples including mayo, ketchup, and some spices. You won’t believe how delicious! Serve this sandwich hot or cold alongside some Baked Potato Wedges, and use the sauce as a dip. When I make this recipe, I first make the sauce. Then, I put it in the fridge while I make the rest of the meal. That way, the flavors have a chance to incorporate together. Top your sandwich with some crisp iceberg lettuce and fresh tomato too. Read Next: Easy Lunch Ideas
Other Favorite Recipes from New Orleans
As you can see from these Shrimp Po Boys, we are big fans of the delicious flavors in the deep South; so make sure to try some of our yummy copycat recipes from our visits there: If you are looking for another shrimp recipe from the other side of the map, try our Shrimp Tempura Rolls!
New Orleans Beignet Recipe
Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta
Disneyland Mint Julep Copycat
One Pot Jambalaya Pasta
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