Po' Boy Sandwich
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A Po' Boy is a traditional sandwich from New Orleans, Louisiana, typically made with a crusty French-style baguette and filled with either fried seafood like shrimp or oysters, or sometimes roast beef with gravy. It's famously served 'dressed' with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and mayonnaise.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This sandwich is generally high in carbohydrates from the bread and fat from the fried protein, providing a significant amount of calories, often ranging from 600 to over 1,000 per serving. It can be a good source of protein and iron, especially with a roast beef filling.
💡 What's interesting
The sandwich's name is said to originate from the 'poor boys' streetcar conductors who were on strike in 1929, for whom the Martin brothers created the hearty, affordable meal. Nutritionally, the 'dressed' version adds a fresh vegetable component to an otherwise indulgent, calorie-dense comfort food.