Shrimp and Fish Po' Boys Recipe

Name: Shrimp and Fish Po' Boys
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups vegetable oil, adjusted as needed; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon salt, plus more for sprinkling; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 8 ounces medium shrimp, deveined, peeled; Two 5-ounce tilapia fillets, cut lengthwise then crosswise into 2-inch pieces; 1/4 cup whole milk; 3/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup cornmeal; 1/3 cup mayo; 1 clove garlic, pressed; Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon; 1 baguette, cut into quarters; Shredded iceberg lettuce, for serving; Sliced tomatoes, for serving; Hot sauce, optional, for serving

Servings: persons

3 cups vegetable oil, adjusted as needed
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt, plus more for sprinkling
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces medium shrimp, deveined, peeled
Two 5-ounce tilapia fillets, cut lengthwise then crosswise into 2-inch pieces
1/4 cup whole milk
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornmeal
1/3 cup mayo
1 clove garlic, pressed
Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon
1 baguette, cut into quarters
Shredded iceberg lettuce, for serving
Sliced tomatoes, for serving
Hot sauce, optional, for serving

1
For the shrimp and fish: Attach a deep-fry thermometer to the side of a heavy wide pot.
2
Fill the pot 2 inches full with the oil.
3
Heat to 350 degrees F over medium heat.
4
Whisk the garlic powder, cayenne, thyme, salt and pepper in a large bowl.
5
Toss the shrimp and tilapia with the spice mixture and stir to coat.
6
Pour the milk over the fish and shrimp.
7
Whisk the flour and cornmeal in a baking dish.
8
Working in batches, toss the shrimp and tilapia in the flour mixture and then carefully place into the pot.
9
Fry the shrimp and tilapia, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and just cooked through, about 4 minutes each batch.
10
Transfer the shrimp and tilapia to paper towels to drain.
11
Sprinkle the shrimp and tilapia with salt immediately after frying.
12
For the creamy garlic spread: Blend the mayo, garlic, zest and lemon juice in a bowl.
13
For the po' boys: Cut open the baguettes longwise, three-quarters of the way through the bread.
14
Spread the cut sides with the creamy garlic spread.
15
Divide the shrimp and tilapia among the baguettes and top with lettuce, tomato and hot sauce, if using.

1768

kcal

Calories

181

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups vegetable oil, adjusted as needed, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, and more.

Yes, Shrimp and Fish 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.

Shrimp and Fish Po' Boys

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