Wood-Fired Grilled Shrimp Po’Boy Sandwich with Remoulade
A classic New Orleans shrimp po’boy featuring wood-grilled shrimp piled high on crusty French bread, dressed with zesty remoulade sauce. This louisiana creole-inspired sandwiches & wraps ready in about 25 minutes pairs pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, French bread loaf, split lengthwise, mayonnaise for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 French bread loaf, split lengthwise
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp prepared horseradish
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup lettuce leaves
- 1 medium sliced tomato
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. Mix well to create the remoulade sauce and refrigerate.
- Step 2: Toss 1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
- Step 3: Preheat a wood-fired grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Thread shrimp onto skewers and grill for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred.
- Step 4: Meanwhile, slice 1 French bread loaf lengthwise, toast lightly on the grill for 1-2 minutes until warm and slightly crispy.
- Step 5: Spread the remoulade sauce generously on both halves of the bread. Layer 1 cup fresh lettuce leaves and sliced tomato on the bottom half.
- Step 6: Remove shrimp from skewers and pile them evenly on the sandwich. Close with the top half of the bread, slice into portions, and serve this smoky, tangy shrimp po’boy immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Wood-Fired Grilled Shrimp Po’Boy Sandwich with Remoulade take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Wood-Fired Grilled Shrimp Po’Boy Sandwich with Remoulade?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep mayonnaise from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Wood-Fired Grilled Shrimp Po’Boy Sandwich with Remoulade?
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 Wood-Fired Grilled Shrimp Po’Boy Sandwich with Remoulade 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 Wood-Fired Grilled Shrimp Po’Boy Sandwich with Remoulade?
Louisiana Creole sandwiches & wraps 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.
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