Shrimp Buster recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
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Shrimp Buster Recipe

Inspired by Herby-K's
Time30m
Serves2

A unique take on a shrimp po'boy, created by Herby K himself in 1945. Don't forget to dip it in the secret sauce!

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Ingredients

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Shrimp Buster Sandwich

Method

Preparation

1

Prepare the Secret Sauce

In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons ketchup, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, and a dash of hot sauce. Mix well and set aside.

2

Prepare Shrimp

In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk. In another bowl, mix the cornmeal and flour. Dip the shrimp in the egg mixture, then coat with the cornmeal mixture.

3

Fry the Shrimp

Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry the shrimp in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

4

Assemble the Sandwich

On each piece of split French bread, layer lettuce, tomato slices, fried shrimp, and pickles. Drizzle with the secret sauce.

5

Serve

Serve the Shrimp Buster sandwiches with extra secret sauce on the side for dipping.