Shrimp Po' Boys Recipe
Each Shrimp Po' Boy contains 23g protein and 1014 calories — a calorie-dense meal best reserved for high-intake days or post-workout windows. Yields 6 servings with minimal stovetop time, though the high calorie load means portioning carefully against your daily targets. Functions as a occasional indulgence meal rather than a staple in consistent macro tracking.
Ingredients
- •Shrimp(454g)
- •Flour, All-Purpose, White(80g)
- •Egg, Whole, Large(100g)
- •Buttermilk, Cultured, Low-Fat(80g)
- •Creole seasoning blend(15g)
- •1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper ($0.02)
- •Bread Crumbs, Panko, Dry(60g)
- •Vegetable oil(240g)
- •Mayonnaise, Regular(360g)
- •Hot Sauce, Frank'S RedHot(3g)
- •Mustard, Whole Grain(30g)
- •Garlic(120g)
- •Sweet Pickle Relish(45g)
Sweet pickle relish. Found near ketchup and mustard.
- •Horseradish, Prepared(15g)
- •Worcestershire Sauce(5g)
Lea & Perrins is the standard. A little goes a long way.
- •Paprika, Smoked(3g)
- •Cayenne Pepper, Ground(1g)
- •Parsley, Fresh(15g)
- •Lettuce, Iceberg
- •Tomato
- •Bread, French
Instructions
- 1To prepare your shrimp for frying, thaw them in gently running cold water until soft and pliable, about 15 minutes. You can also thaw them in the refrigerator overnight. Always avoid thawing seafood on the countertop, microwave, or using hot water.
- 2While your shrimp is thawing, prepare your remoulade by adding mayonnaise, hot sauce, grainy mustard, garlic, dill pickle relish, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp Tony’s, smoked paprika and cayenne pepper to a mixing bowl.
- 3Whisk to combine and set aside.
- 4In 3 separate mixing bowls, prepare your steps for frying; in bowl #1, you will want to have the flour. Then, in bowl #2, you will want to beat together the eggs and buttermilk. In bowl #3, you will want to mix 2 tsp Tony’s, black pepper, and panko.
- 5First, toss your shrimp in the #1 bowl of flour.
- 6Then, dip the floured shrimp in the #2 bowl of beaten egg and buttermilk.
- 7Finally, toss the shrimp in the panko spice mix. (I like to get all of my shrimp ready to fry at the same time so when it comes time to drop them in the oil, I can focus on the frying shrimp without the risk of burning a batch.)
- 8In a heavy bottomed skillet, heat up the vegetable on medium heat. The oil should be around 350 to 375 degrees, but hotter than that will burn your oil and result in poor flavor. You can use a meat thermometer to check.
- 9Once your oil is ready to fry, use tongs or a fork to place enough shrimp in the oil without overcrowding. Flip after 1-2 minutes with tongs. (Just 1-2 minutes on each side will do!)
- 10Place the fried shrimp onto a plate lined with a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- 11Once your shrimps are all golden fried, make your shrimp Po’ Boys! I recommend you be generous with that remoulade! Enjoy with shaved iceberg lettuce, extra hot sauce, and chopped tomatoes in a sliced baguette.
Nutrition — Per Serving
1014
calories
23g
protein
88g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 34g
- Saturated fat
- 14.2g
- Sodium
- 684 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 2.2g
6 servings per batch · ~271g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Shrimp Po' Boys Recipe have per serving?
Each serving delivers 23g of protein but comes in at 1014 calories with 88g fat and 34g carbs. This is a calorie-dense option that works best as an occasional indulgence rather than a meal prep staple for most lifters.
How long does Shrimp Po' Boys Recipe take to prep?
Quick prep time on the stovetop yields 6 servings in a single batch. This recipe is faster to execute than traditional fried sandwich prep methods.
Is Shrimp Po' Boys Recipe good for muscle gain?
At 23g protein and 1014 calories per serving, this recipe is better suited for weight gain or off-season phases where high calorie intake supports muscle building. The fat content is substantial, so account for it within your daily macro targets.
