Shrimp Po-boy Recipe
fried shrimp, tartar sauce, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, on leidenheimer french bread with fries.
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Ingredients
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Po-Boy Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
In a bowl, soak the shrimp in buttermilk for about 30 minutes.
- 2
Coat the Shrimp
In a separate bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Remove shrimp from buttermilk, letting excess drip off, then coat in the cornmeal mixture.
- 3
Fry the Shrimp
In a deep fryer or large skillet, heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry the shrimp in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
- 4
Assemble the Po-Boy
Slice the French bread lengthwise. Spread tartar sauce on both sides. Add fried shrimp, then top with shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and pickles.
- 5
Serve
Serve the shrimp po-boys with a side of french fries.