Shrimp Po' Boy

A Shrimp Po' Boy is a classic Louisiana sandwich featuring crispy, seasoned fried shrimp piled high on a toasted French bread loaf. It's typically dressed with shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, pickles, and a creamy remoulade or mayonnaise-based sauce. This iconic sandwich is a staple of New Orleans cuisine, with roots in the city's working-class and streetcar conductor traditions.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This is a high-calorie, high-fat meal, primarily from the deep-fried shrimp and the generous spread of sauce on the bread. It provides a substantial amount of protein from the shrimp, but is also high in refined carbohydrates from the white bread and contains significant sodium.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	580 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	52 g
Fat	30 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	1250 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Potassium	380 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin B12	2.1 mcg
Phosphorus	290 mg
Magnesium	55 mg
Zinc	2.8 mg

Per 1 sandwich (approx. 250 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The name 'Po' Boy' is widely believed to refer to the 'poor boys' or striking streetcar conductors in 1929, who were given free sandwiches. The sandwich is also a celebrated part of New Orleans' culinary identity, often sparking friendly local debates over the best version and the proper 'dressing' of the sandwich.