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Argentinian Red Shrimp Po'boy Sandwich

Argentinian Red Shrimp Po'boy Sandwich

682kcal
5 from 1 vote
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Prep 30 minutes
Cook 15 minutes
Total 45 minutes
Combining the classic American po'boy sandwich with the succulent and sweet flavor of Argentinian red shrimp.
Servings 8 people
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Argentinian

Ingredients

For the Sandwich:
  • 2 pounds Argentinian red shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 eggs beaten
  • vegetable oil for frying
  • 8 French rolls
  • lettuce
  • sliced tomato
  • sliced pickles
For the Remoulade Sauce:
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp capers drained and chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet or deep fryer for frying the shrimp
  • Mixing bowls for flour mixture and eggs
  • Whisk or fork for beating the eggs
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Tongs for frying the shrimp
  • Knife for slicing rolls and vegetables
  • Cutting board for vegetables

Method

  1. In a bowl, mix together flour, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
  2. In another bowl, beat the eggs.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Dip the shrimp in the beaten eggs, then coat in the flour mixture.
  5. Fry the shrimp in the hot oil until golden brown and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  6. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  7. To assemble the sandwiches, slice the French rolls in half and spread remoulade sauce on both sides.
  8. Add lettuce, sliced tomato, pickles, and the fried shrimp to each sandwich.
  9. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving1sandwichCalories682kcalCarbohydrates53gProtein41gFat33gSaturated Fat4gCholesterol391mgSodium1427mgPotassium425mgFiber2gSugar4g

Notes

Tips and Tricks

▣ Prep ingredients ahead of time to make assembly easier.
▣ Fry the shrimp in batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet and ensure even cooking.
▣ Make the remoulade sauce ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld together.

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