Shrimp Po Boy cut in half to show the inside of shrimp, lettuce, tomato and sauce.

Lemon Pepper Parmesan Shrimp Po' Boy

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

This shrimp po’ boy brings together crisp, golden shrimp with a bright lemon pepper finish and a creamy, tangy remoulade. Fresh toppings add contrast, while the Parmesan coating gives the shrimp a little extra depth and crunch.

It’s a straightforward sandwich that delivers big flavor without overcomplicating the process.

Ingredients

Shrimp

Sandwich

  • French rolls
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Sliced pickles
  • Sliced tomatoes

Lemon Pepper Parmesan Remoulade

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp mustard
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp pickle juice
  • 1 tbsp Shawhan Farms Zesty Lemon Pepper Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp diced pickles
  • 1/2 tbsp diced capers
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • Dash of hot sauce

Directions

  1. Make the remoulade: Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Season shrimp: Toss shrimp with 1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning.
  3. Prepare breading: In a bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, Parmesan, and remaining seasoning.
  4. Bread shrimp: Dip shrimp in buttermilk, then coat in the flour mixture. Place on a plate and chill for 15 minutes.
  5. Fry shrimp: Heat oil to 350°F and fry in batches for about 2 minutes until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Assemble: Spread remoulade on rolls, layer with lettuce, pickles, and tomatoes, then add shrimp.
  7. Close sandwiches and serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

  • Chilling the breaded shrimp helps the coating stay crisp during frying.
  • Serve with fries or a simple salad for a complete meal.

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