- Prep
- 30 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 60 min
- Yield
- 2 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 450 kcal
Quick summary
“Po' Boy sandwich filled with fried shrimp, lettuce, and tomato, served with mayonnaise. It is worth it for the crispy texture and intense flavor of the shrimp.”
What you need to know
- Camarões são fritos em uma mistura de farinhas para um crocante perfeito
- Baguete é cortada ao meio e servida com maionese
- Recheio leve, mas com ingredientes de alta qualidade
Ingredients
Main
- 1 baguette or French bread
- 300g of cleaned and seasoned shrimp
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup of cornmeal
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
- Mayonnaise to taste
- Lettuce and sliced tomatoes
Instructions
Principal
- Heat the oil in a deep frying pan.
- Mix the wheat flour and cornmeal with salt and pepper. Dip the shrimp in this mixture.
- Fry the shrimp until golden. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
- Assembly:
- Cut the baguette in half and spread mayonnaise on both halves.
- Add lettuce, tomato and, finally, the fried shrimp.
- Close the sandwich and serve immediately.
Chef's tips
- Use camarões limpos e bem temperados para melhor sabor
- Aqueça bem a frigideira antes de fritar para evitar grumos
- Misture as farinhas antes de passar os camarões para garantir uma cobertura uniforme
Variations
- Inclua queijo provolone ralado no recheio para um sabor mais forte
- Use camarões gigantes para um sanduíche mais generoso
- Experimente com molhos diferentes como ranch ou ketchup
Substitutions
- Pode-se usar camarões congelados pré-limpos em vez de camarões frescos
- Farinha de trigo pode ser substituída por farinha de aveia para um sabor diferente
- Alface e tomate podem ser substituídos por agrião e pimentão roxo, respectivamente
How to store
- Keep the sandwich in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- The baguette can be stored dry in a paper towel, keeping the crust crunchy.
Can it be frozen?
Not recommended to freeze this sandwich, as the shrimp texture may change after defrosting.
What to serve with
Serve with french fries or a small green salad to complement the meal.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use frozen shrimp?
Yes, use pre-cleaned frozen shrimp, but make sure they are well seasoned.
How long can the sandwich be kept?
Keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, but we do not recommend freezing.
Can I make the sandwich with other proteins?
Yes, you can substitute the shrimp with chicken or turkey breast to create different versions of the sandwich.
How can I vary the sauce?
Try substituting mayonnaise with ranch, ketchup, or even mustard to vary the flavor.
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