Make this classic Louisiana sandwich at home with fried shrimp, shredded lettuce, tomato and homemade remoulade sauce.

What’s not to love about the classic Louisiana po boy sandwich?

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What’s a Po Boy?

Classic Shrimp Po Boy Sandwich on a Plate

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But the bread is the real star in a po boy.

Do your utmost to find really good bread, with a crackling crust and soft interior.

Without good bread, a po boy is pretty po'.

Classic Shrimp Po Boy Sandwich on a Plate, Surrounded by Glasses of Beer, Another Plate with a Halved Shrimp Po Boy Sandwich, and a Small Saucer of Remoulade

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Most are fried, but I’ve seen grilled seafood occasionally.

Personally, if I could not get peanut oil, I’d use lard.

But that’s just me.

Remoulade for Classic Shrimp Po Boy Sandwich

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Any vegetable oil will work just fine.

Mix the cornmeal, flour, Cajun seasoning and salt in a large bowl.

Shake off any excess breading and fry the shrimp until golden on both sides, about 2 minutes total.

Bowls of Dredging Ingredients for Shrimp Po Boy

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Set the fried shrimp aside on paper towels to drain.

Serve at once with hot sauce and, if you know what’s good, a beer.

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Shrimp Frying in Hot Oil for Po Boy

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Cooked Shrimp on Plate with Paper Towel for Po Boy Sandwich Recipe

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Building the Classic Shrimp Po Boy Sandwich: Remoulade and Shredded Lettuce Added Bread

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Building the Classic Shrimp Po Boy Sandwich: Shrimp Added to Bread

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Building the Classic Shrimp Po Boy Sandwich: Tomatoes Added to Sandwich

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How to Make a Classic Shrimp Po Boy Sandwich

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