Description
Crispy Cajun-Spiced Fried Shrimp Po’ Boys are a delightful fusion of flavor and texture, bringing the vibrant taste of New Orleans straight to your dining table. These sandwiches feature golden, crunchy shrimp nestled in fresh rolls, layered with crisp lettuce and complemented by zesty tartar sauce. Perfect for casual gatherings or impressing guests during dinner parties, this dish promises to be a crowd-pleaser that keeps everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 4 French rolls or hoagie rolls
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- ½ cup tartar sauce
Instructions
- Marinate shrimp in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
- Mix flour and Cajun seasoning in a bowl.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Dredge marinated shrimp in the flour mixture, then fry for 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Slice rolls, layer with lettuce, add shrimp, top with tartar sauce, and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Po' Boy (200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg