Shrimp Po Boy

This post is sponsored by Mirum, but all opinions are my own.

Shrimp Po Boys are the ultimate game day food! They’re quick and easy to make and packed with the most delicious flavor.

These sandwiches start with a crusty baguette and Cajun fried shrimp, but my favorite part about them by far is the sauce.  It’s the kind of sauce I literally want to put on everything, and trust me…you will, too!

Let’s face it. Game days are all about the food. And if you’re looking for the perfect recipe that’s a guaranteed win every single time? These sandwiches are a tailgating must!

When it comes to football season, I’m not gonna lie. I’m in it for the food. I want it to be easy and delicious and something I know everyone will love. And these po boy sandwiches hit all the marks. 

I first tried poboys in New Orleans and I quickly fell in love. Between the crusty bread and the fried shrimp and the creamy remoulade, they’re everything a sandwich should be!

And when you start with Hellmann’s© Real Mayonnaise Squeeze, they couldn’t be quicker or easier to make. Hellmann’s has always been our favorite; in fact, it’s the only mayonnaise my daughter will eat. We love how rich and creamy it is, and as a mom I especially appreciate the fact that Hellmann’s Real Mayonnaise is made with real, simple ingredients: cage-free eggs, oil, and vinegar. And…it’s rich in omega 3-ALA, meaning you really can’t go wrong. Best of all, the convenient squeeze bottle makes tailgating that much easier.

And even easier yet? Using Walmart.com’s Online Grocery Pickup. With just a couple clicks of a button, you can have everything you need for game day ready and waiting for you when you get to the store. And there’s even an app for it, so you can order on the go. Our game day favorites? Hellmann’s Real Mayonnaise, Hellmann’s Real Ketchup, Hellmann’s Burger Sauce, and Hellmann’s Spicy Dipping Sauce!

Just choose your pickup day and time, add items to the cart, enter your payment information, and you’re all set! Once you’re on your way to pick up your order, simply check in on the app to let them know, and they’ll have it ready for you when you get there.

Best of all, you barely even need to get out of your car. A Walmart employee will meet you outside with your bags of groceries, help you unload them into your car, and you’re good to go. It’s a lifesaver for busy days like game day…or anytime you’re looking for an easy, convenient alternative to traditional grocery shopping.

What is a Po Boy?

A po boy (also known as po’ boy or po-boy), is a traditional sandwich from Louisiana. It’s often made with some type of fried seafood, such as shrimp, crawfish, oysters, or crab, combined with lettuce, tomatoes, and remoulade sauce. Po boys are served on crusty French bread.

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf French bread or 4 French rolls
• 2 lbs. shrimp
• 1 c. buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 1/2 c. all purpose flour 
• 1/2 c. cornmeal
• 2 Tbsp. Cajun or Creole seasoning
• 1/2 c. Hellmann’s Real Mayonnaise
• 1 Tbsp. stone ground mustard
• 1 Tbsp. sweet relish
• 1 tsp. lemon juice
• 1 tsp. hot sauce
• Oil (for frying)
• 1-2 tomatoes, thinly sliced
• 1 c. shredded lettuce

Instructions:

1. Start by frying the shrimp. Combine buttermilk and eggs in a medium mixing bowl. In a separate mixing bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, and Cajun seasoning. Dip shrimp in buttermilk mixture, then coat with flour mixture.
2. Fry in hot oil until golden brown and crispy.
3. Prepare remoulade by combining Hellmann’s Real Mayonnaise, mustard, relish, lemon juice, hot sauce, and Cajun seasoning in a small mixing bowl.
4. Slice tomatoes and lettuce.
5. Assemble sandwiches in French bread.
6. Enjoy!

Where did the name come from?

Po Boys were originally made by the Martin brothers, Bennie and Clovis, who owned Martin Brothers Coffee Stand and Restaurant in the New Orleans French Quarter. The restaurant drew in street car workers and union members, and when the street car workers went on strike in 1929, Bennie and Clovis pledged to give them free meals until the strike was resolved. In order to do so, they created a sandwich that was inexpensive to make, yet would satisfy the strikers throughout the day. When a striker came by to get a sandwich, they would call out, “here comes another poor boy,” and that’s how the “po boy” sandwich came to be.

How do you make Po Boy Sauce?

Combine mayonnaise, mustard, relish, lemon juice, hot sauce, and Cajun seasoning blend. Mix with a spoon until blended. You can experiment with the amounts of each ingredient (e.g. for a spicier sauce, add more hot sauce and/or Cajun seasoning).

What kind of bread do you use?

Po Boys are traditionally made on New Orleans French bread, which is known for its crusty, flaky exterior and soft, fluffy interior.

Get ready for your next game day by ordering these today!

• Hellmann’s Real Mayonnaise Squeeze
• Hellmann’s Real Ketchup
• Hellmann’s Burger Sauce
• Hellmann’s Spicy Dipping Sauce

More sandwich recipes:

• Italian Sliders
• Honey Mustard Ham & Cheese Sandwiches
• Antipasto Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
• Southwest Sloppy Joes
• Blackberry Bacon Grilled Cheese
• Baked Turkey & Cheese Sliders
• Grilled Southwest Caesar Sandwich
• Ham & Pear Paninis

Shrimp Po Boy

Shrimp Po Boys are the ultimate game day food. They're quick and easy to make and packed with the most delicious flavor. These sandwiches start with a crusty baguette and Cajun fried shrimp, but my favorite part about them by far is the sauce.  It's the  kind of sauce I literally want to put on everything, and trust me....you will, too!

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

• 2 lbs. medium shrimp peeled and deveined
• 1 c. buttermilk
• 2 eggs
• 1 1/2 c. all purpose flour
• 1/2 c. cornmeal
• 2 Tbsp. Cajun or Crele seasoning
• Canola or vegetable oil for frying
• 1/2 c. Hellman's Real Mayonnaise
• 1 Tbsp. stone ground mustard
• 1 Tbsp. sweet relish
• 1 tsp. lemon juice
• 1 tsp. hot sauce
• 1/4 tsp. Cajun or Creole seasoning
• 4 French rolls split horizontally
• 1-2 tomatoes thinly sliced
• 1 c. shredded lettuce

Instructions

• 1. Attach a deep-fry thermometer to the side of a heavy pan. Add enough oil to measure 2". Heat oil over medium-high heat to 350°.
• 2. While oil is heating, combine buttermilk and eggs in a large bowl; whisk well.
• 3. In a separate large bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, and seasoning.
• 4. Working in batches, dip shrimp in buttermilk mixture, then in flour mixture until fully coated.
• 5. Drop shrimp into hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-6 minutes.
• 6. Use a slotted spoon to remove shrimp from oil and transfer to a wire rack to drain.
• 7. Prepare remoulade by combining Hellmann's Real Mayonnaise, mustard, relish, lemon juice, hot sauce, and seasoning.
• 8. Assemble sandwiches on French rolls with shrimp, lettuce, tomatoes, and remoulade.