One bite of this classic sandwich and youre transported to New Orleans.

Nearly every one of our hundreds of restaurants down here serves some variation of this traditional sandwich.

This classic variation is loaded with crispy cornmeal-crusted fried oysters which creates a finger-lickin' good sub.

A Platter Filled with Oyster Po' Boys, Surrounded by a Kitchen Towel and a Bowl of Remoulade

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Serve it as an indulgent weekend lunch or a fun weeknight dinner.

They are always sold in their own liquid and the container is dated to guarantee freshness.

you’ve got the option to also purchase fresh oysters and shuck them yourself.

Plate of Oyster Po' Boy with All the Topping

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Look for the freshest oysters possible with a fresh smell and use them as soon as possible after purchase.

To prepare them for frying, feel around each one for leftover bits of shell using your hands.

Its quite common to find some bits of shell since shucking them is difficult.

Bowl of Remoulade Ingredients (Mayonnaise, Heavy Cream, Spice, and Scallions) for Oyster Po' Boy Recipe

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you could also use this as a salad dressing (my fave!)

if you have extra lying around.

This is the only part of the po boy you’re able to really make ahead.

Bowl of Remoulade for Po' Boy Recipe

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), but fry the oysters right before youre ready to eat.

This recipe makes extra remoulade sauce.

If youd rather not have leftovers, you might halve the sauce recipe.

Bowl of Dry Dredging Ingredients (Flour, Corn Meal, and Spices) Next to a Kitchen Towel with a Whisk for NOLA Oyster Po' Boy Recipe

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Set aside until ready to use.

The sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

In a shallow bowl, combine the cornmeal mix, flour, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.

Bowl of Dry Dredging Ingredients for NOLA Recipes

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Line a sheet pan with paper towels and set nearby.

Heat the oil over medium-high heat to 375F.

Meanwhile, prepare the oysters.

Pot of Oil with a Frying Thermometer for NOLA Po' Boy Recipe

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Remove a few shucked oysters from their liquid and briefly let them drip dry.

Add them to the breading and toss to coat completely.

Move them to a clean plate and repeat with the rest of the oysters.

Dredged Oyster on a Platter Next to Bowl of Dry Dredging Mix with an Oyster in It for Oyster Po' Boy Recipe

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Dont overfill the potthe oysters should have plenty of room to cook without crowding each other.

You will need to work in batches.

Fry until golden brown and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes.

Oysters Frying in Pot of Hot Oil for Oyster Po Boy Recipe

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Remove from the oil, drain, and place on the lined baking sheet.

Repeat with the remaining oysters.

Split the bread in two (if needed) and spread the remoulade sauce on the top and bottom.

Fried Oysters Removed Using a Spider for NOLA Oyster Po Boy Recipe

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Add the pickles and top with the fried oysters, sliced tomato, shredded lettuce, and sliced onion.

The remoulade sauce will keep for a week in an airtight container in the fridge.

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Assembling the Oyster Po' Boy (from L to R): Fried Oysters on a Paper Towel Lined Baking Sheet, Small Plate with Sliced Tomatoes, Small Plate of Pickles, French Bread Smeared with Remoulade, Another Loaf with Oyster Po Boy Ingredients, Small Plate with Shredded Lettuce, and Small Plate with Sliced Onions

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Plate of Oyster Po' Boy with All the Topping

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