Fried Shrimp Po'boys Recipe

Name: Fried Shrimp Po'boys
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined; 1/2 cup dry Italian breadcrumbs; 1 large egg; 1 large egg yolk; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons fine cracker meal; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Additional cracker meal; Vegetable oil (for frying); 8 French rolls, split, toasted; Purchased tartar sauce; Shredded lettuce; Sliced tomato; Hot pepper sauce

Servings: persons

1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined
1/2 cup dry Italian breadcrumbs
1 large egg
1 large egg yolk
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons fine cracker meal
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Additional cracker meal
Vegetable oil (for frying)
8 French rolls, split, toasted
Purchased tartar sauce
Shredded lettuce
Sliced tomato
Hot pepper sauce

1
Combine shrimp, breadcrumbs, egg, egg yolk, parsley, cracker meal, garlic, and cayenne pepper in processor.
2
Using on/off turns, process until shrimp are finely chopped but not pasty.
3
Form mixture into 24 balls, using 2 tablespoonfuls for each.
4
Roll balls in cracker meal.
5
Pour vegetable oil to depth of 3 inches in heavy large pot.
6
Heat oil to 325F.
7
Working in batches, fry shrimp balls until golden brown, turning occasionally, about 5 minutes.
8
Using slotted spoon, transfer shrimp balls to paper towels and drain.
9
Place 3 shrimp balls on bottom half of each roll.
10
Top with tartar sauce, lettuce, and tomato, then roll tops.
11
Serve immediately, passing hot sauce separately.

268

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined, 1/2 cup dry Italian breadcrumbs, 1 large egg, 1 large egg yolk, and more.

Yes, Fried Shrimp Po'boys falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Fried Shrimp Po'boys

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