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Ingredients
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Shrimp and Oyster Po Boy Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp and Oysters
In a bowl, combine shrimp with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. In another bowl, mix flour and cornmeal.
- 2
Batter the Seafood
Dip shrimp into buttermilk, then into the flour-cornmeal mixture to coat. Repeat with oysters.
- 3
Fry the Seafood
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry shrimp and oysters until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- 4
Assemble the Po Boys
Slice the baguette loaves in half lengthwise. Layer shredded lettuce, tomato slices, fried shrimp, and oysters on the bottom half.
- 5
Add the Gumbo
Spoon gumbo over the seafood and top with the other half of the baguette.
- 6
Serve
Cut the po boys in half and serve immediately.