Po' Boys
Make classic po' boys by layering crispy fried seafood with lettuce, tomatoes, and a spicy pepper puree-based sauce for an extra fiery twist.
Ingredients:
For the Fried Seafood:
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- French baguette or Po' Boy rolls
For the Spicy Pepper Puree-Based Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons Louisiana Pepper Exchange's pepper purees (adjust for desired spice level)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Assembling:
- Lettuce leaves
- Sliced tomatoes
- Sliced pickles (optional)
Instructions:
For the Spicy Pepper Puree-Based Sauce:
1. In a bowl, combine Louisiana Pepper Exchange's pepper purees, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the spicy sauce. Refrigerate until ready to use.
For the Fried Seafood:
1. In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large skillet to 350°F (175°C).
3. Dredge the peeled and deveined shrimp in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
4. Carefully place the coated shrimp into the hot oil and fry until they are golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels.
For Assembling Hot Pepper Po' Boys:
1. Slice the French baguette or Po' Boy rolls in half horizontally.
2. Spread a generous amount of the spicy pepper puree-based sauce on the bottom half of the bread.
3. Layer lettuce leaves, sliced tomatoes, and pickles (if using) on top of the sauce.
4. Arrange the crispy fried shrimp on the vegetables.
5. Spread a bit more sauce on the top half of the bread, and then place it on top of the sandwich to complete it.
6. Slice the Po' Boy sandwich into individual servings, if desired.
7. Serve your Hot Pepper Po' Boys immediately, and enjoy the fiery twist on this classic Louisiana sandwich.
Feel free to adjust the spice level of the sauce by adding more or less of Louisiana Pepper Exchange's pepper purees according to your preference. These Hot Pepper Po' Boys are sure to satisfy your craving for spicy and flavorful sandwiches!
Ingredients:
For the Fried Seafood:
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- French baguette or Po' Boy rolls
For the Spicy Pepper Puree-Based Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons Louisiana Pepper Exchange's pepper purees (adjust for desired spice level)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Assembling:
- Lettuce leaves
- Sliced tomatoes
- Sliced pickles (optional)
Instructions:
For the Spicy Pepper Puree-Based Sauce:
1. In a bowl, combine Louisiana Pepper Exchange's pepper purees, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the spicy sauce. Refrigerate until ready to use.
For the Fried Seafood:
1. In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large skillet to 350°F (175°C).
3. Dredge the peeled and deveined shrimp in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
4. Carefully place the coated shrimp into the hot oil and fry until they are golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels.
For Assembling Hot Pepper Po' Boys:
1. Slice the French baguette or Po' Boy rolls in half horizontally.
2. Spread a generous amount of the spicy pepper puree-based sauce on the bottom half of the bread.
3. Layer lettuce leaves, sliced tomatoes, and pickles (if using) on top of the sauce.
4. Arrange the crispy fried shrimp on the vegetables.
5. Spread a bit more sauce on the top half of the bread, and then place it on top of the sandwich to complete it.
6. Slice the Po' Boy sandwich into individual servings, if desired.
7. Serve your Hot Pepper Po' Boys immediately, and enjoy the fiery twist on this classic Louisiana sandwich.
Feel free to adjust the spice level of the sauce by adding more or less of Louisiana Pepper Exchange's pepper purees according to your preference. These Hot Pepper Po' Boys are sure to satisfy your craving for spicy and flavorful sandwiches!
