Jul 14 2026
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Bbq Shrimp Poor Boy Recipe

Inspired by Flying Fish
Time30m
Serves2

6 Grilled Jumbo Shrimp on a toasted baguette. Dressed with BBQ sauce, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Served with fries and 2 hushpuppies.

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

BBQ Sauce

Sandwich Assembly

Sides

Method

Prepare the BBQ Sauce

  1. 1

    Make the BBQ Sauce

    In a bowl, combine ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and hot sauce. Mix well until smooth and set aside.

Prepare the Shrimp

  1. 2

    Season the Shrimp

    In a large bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the jumbo shrimp and toss to coat evenly.

  2. 3

    Grill the Shrimp

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread the shrimp onto skewers if desired. Grill the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are opaque and cooked through.

Assemble the Poor Boy

  1. 4

    Toast the Baguette

    Cut the baguette in half lengthwise and toast it on the grill for 1-2 minutes until slightly crispy.

  2. 5

    Build the Sandwich

    Spread a generous amount of BBQ sauce on the toasted baguette. Layer the grilled shrimp on top, followed by lettuce, sliced tomato, and thinly sliced onion.

Prepare the Sides

  1. 6

    Cook the Fries

    Prepare frozen fries according to package instructions, typically baking or frying until golden and crispy.

  2. 7

    Heat the Hushpuppies

    If using frozen hushpuppies, follow the instructions on the package to heat them up.

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