Grilled Shrimp Po’ Boy Sandwich

Ingredients

For the Shrimp:

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp onion powder

• Juice of ½ lemon

• Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Remoulade Sauce:

• ½ cup mayonnaise

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tbsp ketchup

• 1 tbsp pickle relish (or finely chopped pickles)

• 1 tsp hot sauce

• ½ tsp paprika

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp lemon juice

• Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Sandwich:

• 4 French bread rolls (or sub rolls)

• 1 cup shredded lettuce

• 1 large tomato, sliced

• Pickles (optional, for extra tang)

• Butter, for toasting rolls

Instructions

1. Make the Remoulade Sauce:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients.

   • Adjust seasoning to taste and refrigerate until ready to use.

2. Prepare the Shrimp:

   • In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

   • Let marinate for 10–15 minutes.

3. Grill the Shrimp:

   • Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

   • Grill shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred.

   • Remove and set aside.

4. Toast the Rolls:

   • Slice rolls and lightly butter the insides.

   • Toast on the grill or in a skillet until golden.

5. Assemble the Po’ Boys:

   • Spread a generous layer of remoulade on each roll.

   • Add lettuce, tomato slices, and grilled shrimp.

   • Top with more remoulade and pickles if desired.

6. Serve:

   • Serve warm with fries, coleslaw, or chips — and plenty of napkins!