**Shrimp and Oyster Poboy: A Taste of New Orleans Delicacy**
Take a culinary journey to the heart of New Orleans with the iconic shrimp and oyster poboy, a sandwich that embodies the city's vibrant spirit and rich culinary heritage. This beloved dish combines the savory flavors of plump shrimp and succulent oysters, nestled between slices of crispy, fluffy French bread. Get ready to embark on a delightful adventure as we delve into the secrets of crafting this New Orleans classic, with three mouthwatering recipes that cater to diverse taste preferences. Whether you prefer a traditional preparation, a spicy kick, or a vegetarian twist, we've got you covered. Dive into the vibrant flavors of Louisiana and indulge in the ultimate poboy experience.
SHRIMP PO'BOY
Many believe that brothers Benny and Clovis Martin created the first version of a po'boy as a free meal for striking New Orleans streetcar drivers in 1929. According to legend, the Martins would say "Here comes another poor boy!" when someone approached for a sandwich, which was half a French bread loaf stuffed with fillings like fried shrimp and oysters.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 shrimp po'boys
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Make the shrimp: Whisk the flour, cornmeal, Cajun seasoning, 1 tablespoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl. Stir together the milk and hot sauce in a large bowl; add the shrimp. Working in batches, remove the shrimp from the milk mixture, letting the excess drip off, and add to the bowl with the flour mixture; toss to coat. Transfer to a plate and refrigerate 15 minutes to let the coating set.
- Meanwhile, make the rémoulade: Combine the mayonnaise, pickles, shallot and hot sauce in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper.
- Fry the shrimp: Line a baking sheet with paper towels. Preheat the oven to 350˚ F. Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 360˚ F. Working in batches, fry the shrimp until golden brown and crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove to the prepared baking sheet with a slotted spoon; season with salt. Adjust the heat as needed between batches.
- Meanwhile, put the rolls on a baking sheet and bake until toasted, about 5 minutes. Spread the rémoulade on the cut sides and fill with lettuce, the shrimp and tomatoes. Serve with more hot sauce.
SHRIMP AND OYSTER PO' BOY
Fried seafood in a crusty bun with homemade tartar sauce.
Provided by Paula Deen
Time 10m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oil to 375 °F in a dutch oven deep enough to completely cover shrimp and oysters. Place 1 cup of flour in a bowl and add 2 tablespoons House seasoning. In another bowl, beat 3 eggs and add hot sauce. Dredge shrimp in egg mixture and flour mixture and drop into hot oil one at a time. Fry until light brown (do not over cook). Lightly flour oysters and drop one at a time into hot oil. Fry until golden brown. To assemble sandwich, spread both insides of bread with tartar sauce. On the bottom piece, place shredded lettuce and sliced tomato. Add salt, pepper and garlic powder to taste. Place oysters on top of tomato. Place another layer of shredded lettuce and then place shrimp on top. Top that with bread and toothpick to hold sandwich together.
- Tarter Sauce:
- In a bowl, combine chopped onion, pickle, mayonnaise, and 1/2 teaspoon House Seasoning and mix well.
SHRIMP AND OYSTER PO' BOYS
Provided by Tyler Florence
Categories main-dish
Time 1h32m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- In a large bowl, soak the oysters and shrimp in a mixture of buttermilk and hot sauce for 20 to 30 minutes. In a shallow dish, whisk, together the cornmeal, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika and cayenne.
- In a deep-fryer or heavy-bottomed pot, heat enough oil to come halfway up the sides of the pot, to 375 degrees F.
- Drain the oysters and shrimp and toss them in the seasoned cornmeal. Working in batches, fry the oysters and shrimp until golden and crispy, about 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Season with salt, to taste.
- Split the rolls and smear with Creole mayonnaise. Line with plenty of shredded lettuce and tomato slices. Top with fried oysters and shrimp. Cut each roll into 2 to 3 pieces. Serve with hot sauce and a wedge of lemon.
- Combine all the ingredients well in a large mixing bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
SHRIMP AND OYSTER PO'BOYS
Many fans of the po'boy say these beloved sandwiches were created as a way to feed workers during a 1929 transit strike in New Orleans. Technically, anything can go inside, but a combo of oysters and shrimp is a local favorite.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Combine the buttermilk and 2 tablespoons hot sauce in a medium bowl. Add the shrimp and oysters and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes. Meanwhile, make the rémoulade: Combine the mayonnaise, relish, mustard, lemon juice, remaining 2 teaspoons hot sauce, the paprika and garlic powder in a small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Fill a heavy-bottomed pot with 2 inches of vegetable oil and heat over medium-high heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350˚ F. Combine the flour, cornmeal, Cajun seasoning and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a shallow baking dish. Remove the shrimp and oysters from the buttermilk one at a time and add to the flour mixture, rolling to fully coat; remove to a plate. Working in 3 batches, add the shrimp and oysters to the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3 minutes; return the oil to 350˚ F between batches. Remove to a rack set on a baking sheet. Season lightly with salt.
- Assemble the sandwiches: Spread about 2 tablespoons rémoulade inside the rolls, then add some tomato slices and a handful of shredded lettuce to each. Add the fried shrimp and oysters, then drizzle with more rémoulade. Serve with the lemon wedges.
FRIED OYSTER AND SHRIMP PO' BOYS
Provided by Guy Fieri
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 po' boys
Number Of Ingredients 29
Steps:
- For the donkey sauce: Mix together the mayonnaise, roasted garlic, mustard, salt, Worcestershire, black pepper and lemon juice in a small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- For the wet soak: In a nonreactive bowl or gallon resealable bag, combine the buttermilk, hot sauce, basil, granulated garlic, white pepper and beaten egg and mix well. Add the oysters (or shrimp) and any liquid from shucking. Cover and refrigerate 15 minutes.
- For the breading and frying: In a shallow bowl, combine the panko, cornmeal, flour, dried basil, granulated garlic, 1 teaspoon of the sea salt, the black pepper, cayenne and paprika and mix well.
- Heat the oil in a large cast-iron skillet until a deep-frying thermometer inserted in the oil registers 350 degrees F.
- Drain the oysters (or shrimp) from the wet soak and dredge through the breading mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Carefully add to the hot oil in batches (do not crowd) and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove to a paper-towel-lined plate and season with the remaining 1 to 2 teaspoons sea salt while hot.
- For the sandwiches: Preheat the oven to a low broil. Butter the rolls with the garlic butter and place on a baking sheet. Broil until golden, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Spread Donkey Sauce on both halves of each roll. Layer on the oysters, cabbage, pickles and tomatoes and top with the other half of each roll. Serve immediately.
OYSTER PO' BOY
Provided by Guy Fieri
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 36
Steps:
- For the wet soak: In a nonreactive bowl or gallon re-sealable bag, combine the buttermilk, beaten egg, hot sauce, basil, granulated garlic and white pepper and mix well. Add the oysters and any liquid from shucking. Cover and refrigerate 15 minutes.
- For the breading and frying: In a shallow bowl, combine the panko, cornmeal, flour, dried basil, granulated garlic, cayenne, 1 teaspoons salt, pepper and paprika and mix well.
- Heat the oil to 350 degrees F in a large cast-iron skillet.
- Drain the oysters from the brine and dredge through the breading mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Carefully add to the hot oil in batches, to not crowd, and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate and season with the remaining 1 to 2 teaspoons sea salt while hot.
- For the sandwiches: Preheat the oven to a low broil. Butter the rolls and place on a baking sheet. Broil until golden, 2 to 3 minutes, and remove from oven.
- Spread Miss Dixie's Remoulade on both sides of the rolls. Layer on the oysters, lettuce, tomatoes and pickles. Top with other half of bread and serve immediately.
- In a food processor, add all ingredients and process until smooth, 25 to 35 seconds depending on blender speed. Scrape down sides as needed. Refrigerate until ready to use.
SHRIMP AND OYSTER PO'BOY
Just typing out this recipe makes me crave one of these Po'Boys! It's simple and delicious. Slightly adapted from Emeril Lagasse.
Provided by LifeIsGood
Categories Creole
Time 30m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut the French bread in half, crosswise. then cut both of the pieces horizontally in half. Spread the mayo on the bread. Arrange the tomatoes and lettuce on the bottom halves of the bread.
- Put enough oil into a large and heavy-bottomed pot (or electric deep-fryer) to come up halfway on the sides and then heat the oil over high heat until it reaches 360 degrees F. (Be careful!).
- Mix the cornmeal with the Creole seasoning and then add the oysters and shrimp, toss to coat. Shake off any excess breading.
- In batches (no crowding), carefully deep-fry the seafood, turning frequently, until they get a nice golden brown, about 2 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the seafood to paper towels to drain. Repeat until you've cooked all the seafood.
- Put the warm oysters and shrimp on top of the lettuce and tomatoes, season to taste with the hot sauce and top with the bread tops. Enjoy!
Tips:
- Use fresh shrimp and oysters for the best flavor.
- Be sure to clean and devein the shrimp before cooking.
- Cook the shrimp and oysters until they are just cooked through to prevent them from becoming tough.
- Use a good quality French bread for the po'boys.
- Pile the shrimp and oysters high on the po'boys and add plenty of sauce.
- Serve the po'boys with your favorite sides, such as coleslaw, potato salad, or French fries.
Conclusion:
Shrimp and oyster po'boys are a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich that is perfect for a casual meal. With its crispy bread, succulent shrimp and oysters, and flavorful sauce, the po'boy is a sandwich that is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give the shrimp and oyster po'boy a try.
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