Slow Cooker New Orleans-Style Shrimp Po’Boys with Remoulade Sauce
Tender slow-cooked shrimp spiced with Cajun seasoning, served in soft French rolls with a creamy remoulade for a classic New Orleans po’boy experience. This American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 135 minutes, pairs raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, Cajun seasoning, olive 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup yellow onion, diced
- 1/2 cup celery stalk, diced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp hot sauce
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 4 French rolls
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup sliced tomatoes
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a slow cooker, combine 1 lb raw peeled and deveined shrimp, 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning, 1 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper, 1/2 cup diced yellow onion, 1/2 cup diced celery, and 1/2 cup chicken broth. Stir to mix well.
- Step 2: Cover and cook on low for 1.5 to 2 hours until shrimp are tender but not overcooked.
- Step 3: While shrimp cook, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp hot sauce, 1 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a bowl until smooth to make the remoulade sauce.
- Step 4: Split 4 French rolls horizontally, toast lightly if desired. Spread remoulade sauce generously inside each roll.
- Step 5: Layer 1 cup shredded lettuce and 1 cup sliced tomatoes on the rolls, then top with the slow-cooked shrimp mixture including vegetables and juices. Serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow Cooker New Orleans-Style Shrimp Po’Boys with Remoulade Sauce take to make?
Total time is about 135 minutes (15 min prep + 120 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Slow Cooker New Orleans-Style Shrimp Po’Boys with Remoulade Sauce?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow Cooker New Orleans-Style Shrimp Po’Boys with Remoulade Sauce?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Slow Cooker New Orleans-Style Shrimp Po’Boys with Remoulade Sauce for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Slow Cooker New Orleans-Style Shrimp Po’Boys with Remoulade Sauce?
American seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
