New Orleans-Style Cajun Shrimp Po’Boy Sandwich

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A flavorful Cajun-spiced shrimp sandwich served on a toasted French roll with crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and a tangy remoulade sauce. This American-inspired sandwich and wrap recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs large shrimp, Cajun seasoning, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Toss 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp with 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sauté the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then remove from heat.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp hot sauce, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp paprika to create a tangy remoulade sauce.
  4. Step 4: Slice 4 French rolls lengthwise and toast them lightly under a broiler or on a grill for 1-2 minutes until golden.
  5. Step 5: Spread a generous layer of the remoulade sauce on the bottom half of each toasted roll, then layer 2 lettuce leaves, 2-3 slices of tomato, and the cooked shrimp evenly.
  6. Step 6: Close the sandwich with the top half of the roll, press gently, and serve immediately.

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