Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1.5 lb

Gulf shrimp

peeled, unpeeled, large raw

3 tsp

Creole seasoning

divided

1 cup

pepperoncini salad peppers

stemmed

8 unit

tempura batter mix

1 cup

cold light beer

1 tbsp

lemon zest

1 tbsp

hot sauce

1 unit

Vegetable oil

for frying

8 unit

hoagie rolls

split and toasted

2 unit

green tomatoes

sliced

Step 1
~3 min

Peel and devein shrimp, then sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of Creole seasoning.

Step 2
~3 min

Pat pepperoncini peppers dry with paper towels.

Step 3
~3 min

Whisk together tempura batter mix, cold light beer, lemon zest, hot sauce, and remaining 2 teaspoons of Creole seasoning in a large bowl; let stand for 5 minutes.

Step 4
~3 min

Pour vegetable oil to a depth of 3 inches into a Dutch oven and heat over medium-high heat to 350°F.

Step 5
~3 min

Dip shrimp and peppers into the batter, shaking off any excess.

Step 6
~3 min

Fry shrimp and peppers in batches for 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 7
~3 min

Drain the fried shrimp and peppers on a wire rack over paper towels.

Step 8
~3 min

Spoon Cajun Coleslaw onto toasted hoagie rolls.

Step 9
~3 min

Layer the rolls with sliced green tomatoes, fried shrimp, and fried peppers.

Step 10
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make sure the oil is at the correct temperature for best results.

Don't overcrowd the Dutch oven when frying.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Coleslaw can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately after assembling the Po'Boys.

Serve with a side of fries or coleslaw.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fries
Coleslaw
Onion Rings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Louisiana

Cultural Significance

Popular street food in New Orleans.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Mardi Gras

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Party
Game Day

Popularity Score

78/100

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