Amazing Shrimp Po Boys Recipe

These crispy shrimp po'boys are a family favorite, even winning over the pickiest eaters! Based on a Weight Watchers-inspired recipe, this healthier twist is packed with flavor and incredibly easy to make. Get ready for a taste explosion in every bite!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 190.8 kcal
Protein 40g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Amazing Shrimp Po Boys

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Amazing Shrimp Po Boys

  • Green Onion
  • Sweet Pickle Relish
  • Creole Mustard
  • Light Mayonnaise
  • White Wine Vinegar
  • Salt
  • Cabbage And Carrot Coleslaw Mix
  • Large Shrimp
  • Garlic Cloves
  • Yellow Cornmeal
  • All Purpose Flour
  • Ground Red Pepper
  • Peanut Oil
  • Submarine Sandwich Bread

How to Make Amazing Shrimp Po Boys

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, sugar, celery seed, and salt.
  3. Add shredded cabbage and carrots to the mayonnaise mixture; toss to coat.
  4. Set aside.
  5. In a large zip-top bag, combine peeled and deveined shrimp and minced garlic.
  6. Seal the bag and shake to coat the shrimp with garlic.
  7. In a medium bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper.
  8. Add shrimp to the cornmeal mixture; seal the bag and shake until shrimp are evenly coated.
  9. Lightly coat a jelly-roll pan with olive oil.
  10. Place the pan in the preheated oven for 3 minutes to heat the oil.
  11. Arrange shrimp in a single layer on the hot pan.
  12. Bake for 3 minutes.
  13. Flip the shrimp and bake for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  14. Remove shrimp from oven and let cool slightly.
  15. Spoon the slaw mixture evenly onto the bottom halves of the French rolls.
  16. Top each roll with the cooked shrimp.
  17. Cover with the top halves of the rolls.
  18. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

6g

Carbs

2g

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