Jul 14 2026
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Southern Delight Recipe

Inspired by Lil Rays
Time1h
Serves4

Grilled Shrimp on a Poboy Topped With Fried Green Tomatoes and Our Remoulade Sauce

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Ingredients

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For the Grilled Shrimp

For the Fried Green Tomatoes

For the Remoulade Sauce

For the Poboy Sandwich

Method

Grilled Shrimp Preparation

  1. 1

    Marinate the Shrimp

    In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Shrimp

    Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

  3. 3

    Preheat Grill

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Grill the Shrimp

    Skewer the shrimp or place them directly on the grill. Grill for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and opaque.

Fried Green Tomatoes Preparation

  1. 5

    Prepare Breading Station

    Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with buttermilk mixed with beaten eggs, and one with cornmeal mixed with salt and pepper.

  2. 6

    Breading the Tomatoes

    Dredge each tomato slice in flour, dip into the buttermilk mixture, and then coat with cornmeal.

  3. 7

    Fry the Tomatoes

    In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Once hot, fry the tomato slices in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.

  4. 8

    Drain the Tomatoes

    Remove from the skillet and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.

Remoulade Sauce Preparation

  1. 9

    Make the Remoulade

    In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, garlic powder, paprika, chopped parsley, and lemon juice until well combined.

Assembling the Poboy

  1. 10

    Prepare the Bread

    Slice the French bread rolls lengthwise without cutting all the way through.

  2. 11

    Add Remoulade

    Spread a generous amount of remoulade sauce on the inside of each roll.

  3. 12

    Assemble the Poboy

    Layer the grilled shrimp, fried green tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and tomato slices inside the rolls.

  4. 13

    Serve

    Serve immediately while warm, and enjoy your Southern Delight!

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