Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsFayetteville Taco & Tamale Co.Fried Shrimp Po'boy Taco Recipe

Fried Shrimp Po'boy Taco Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves4

Fried Shrimp and Citrus Slaw topped with Pico de Gallo, Remoulade Sauce, Pickled Onion, Pickled Green Tomatoes, Cilantro, Jalapeños, flour tortillas.

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Ingredients

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For the Fried Shrimp

For the Citrus Slaw

For the Pico de Gallo

Method

For the Fried Shrimp

  1. 1

    Prepare the Breading

    In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

  2. 2

    Coat the Shrimp

    Dip each shrimp into the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then coat in the flour mixture. Ensure all sides are well coated.

  3. 3

    Fry the Shrimp

    In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, fry the shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.

For the Citrus Slaw

  1. 4

    Mix the Slaw Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, grated carrot, orange juice, lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to combine.

  2. 5

    Chill the Slaw

    Cover and refrigerate the slaw for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

For the Pico de Gallo

  1. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, minced jalapeño, and salt. Mix gently.

  2. 7

    Let it Rest

    Allow the Pico de Gallo to sit for about 15 minutes to enhance the flavors.

For the Remoulade Sauce

  1. 8

    Mix the Sauce

    In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, minced garlic, paprika, and salt. Stir until smooth.

  2. 9

    Chill the Sauce

    Refrigerate the remoulade sauce until ready to use.

To Assemble the Tacos

  1. 10

    Warm the Tortillas

    In a dry skillet, warm the flour tortillas over medium heat for about 20-30 seconds on each side.

  2. 11

    Assemble the Tacos

    On each tortilla, layer the fried shrimp, citrus slaw, pico de gallo, a drizzle of remoulade sauce, pickled onions, and pickled green tomatoes. Garnish with fresh cilantro and jalapeños.

  3. 12

    Serve

    Serve the tacos immediately with extra remoulade on the side.

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