How do I jazz up my po boy with unique fillings?

Take your Po' Boy to the next level with these creative and mouthwatering filling ideas. From shrimp to oysters, unleash your sandwich creativity!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I jazz up my Po Boy with unique fillings. Items include: Po' Boy bread Seafood of your choice Lettuce Tomato slices Pickles Mayonnaise Hot sauce Cornmeal Flour Spices (e.g., cayenne pepper, paprika) Cooking oil

Po' Boy bread 1 loaf
Seafood of your choice As desired
Lettuce A few leaves
Tomato slices 2-3 slices
Pickles A handful of slices
Mayonnaise To taste
Hot sauce To taste
Cornmeal As needed
Flour As needed
Spices (e.g., cayenne pepper, paprika) To taste
Cooking oil As needed

Take note
When working with raw seafood, make sure to handle and cook it properly to avoid any foodborne illnesses. Be careful when using hot oil to fry your fillings, as it can cause splattering. And remember, in the pursuit of sandwich perfection, don't forget to have fun!

1

Get Your Ingredients Ready

Gather all the ingredients you'll need for your jazzed-up Po' Boy. Here's a general list you can customize: Po' Boy bread, seafood of your choice (shrimp, oysters, crab, etc.), lettuce, tomato slices, pickles, mayonnaise, hot sauce, cornmeal, flour, spices (such as cayenne pepper and paprika), and cooking oil.

2

Prepare Your Fillings

Start by cleaning and deveining your shrimp, shucking your oysters, or picking through crab meat. Season your seafood with your favorite spices, like cayenne pepper or paprika, to give it a kick of flavor. In a bowl, mix cornmeal and flour in equal parts to create a crispy coating for your seafood.

3

Fry to Perfection

Heat up cooking oil in a deep skillet or fryer to around 350°F (175°C). Carefully coat your seasoned seafood in the cornmeal-flour mixture and gently drop it into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy, usually around 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and let drain on paper towels.

4

Build Your Po' Boy

Slice the Po' Boy bread lengthwise, but not all the way through, to create a pocket for your fillings. Slather both sides with mayonnaise and hot sauce, or any other sauce you fancy. Add a layer of lettuce, tomato slices, pickles, and then pile on your fried seafood. Press the bread gently to close the sandwich.

5

Dig In and Enjoy

Grab your Po' Boy, take a big bite, and savor the explosion of flavors. Each mouthful should be crunchy, spicy, and packed with the deliciousness of your chosen seafood. Repeat as necessary for maximum satisfaction!