Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsJoe's Crab ShackCrispy Shrimp Po’boy Recipe

Crispy Shrimp Po’boy Recipe

Inspired by Joe's Crab Shack
Time40m
Serves4

Popcorn shrimp, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, pickles, remoulade sauce

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Bread & Vegetables

Remoulade Sauce

Method

Preparing the Shrimp

  1. 1

    Prepare the Shrimp Coating

    In a bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. In another bowl, whisk the egg and milk together.

  2. 2

    Coat the Shrimp

    Dip the popcorn shrimp into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge them in the flour mixture until well coated.

  3. 3

    Fry the Shrimp

    Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, fry the coated shrimp in batches for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Making the Remoulade Sauce

  1. 4

    Mix the Remoulade Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, garlic powder, paprika, and lemon juice. Mix well until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Assembling the Po'Boy

  1. 5

    Prepare the Bread

    Slice the French bread or hoagie rolls lengthwise without cutting all the way through. Lightly toast them if desired.

  2. 6

    Layer the Ingredients

    Spread a generous amount of remoulade sauce on the inside of each roll. Add a layer of shredded lettuce, followed by the fried shrimp. Top with sliced tomatoes, red onions, and pickles.

  3. 7

    Serve

    Close the sandwich and serve immediately with extra remoulade sauce on the side.

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