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Spicy Shrimp Po’ Boy Rolls with Crab Aioli

Spicy Shrimp Po’ Boy Rolls with Crab Aioli marry crunchy, cayenne–chipotle fried shrimp with a cool, lemony crab-studded aioli and crisp romaine. The contrast of heat and tang with the soft toasted rolls makes each bite bold yet balanced. Serve for a game-day spread, a casual weekend lunch, or a fun dinner that feels like a coastal treat.

  • Prep25 mins
  • Cook15 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyMedium
Spicy Shrimp Po’ Boy Rolls with Crab Aioli

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Spicy Shrimp Po’ Boy Rolls with Crab Aioli, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

42 Health Score
Glycemic ImpactFair
52 / 100
Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor
16 / 100
Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityFair
50 / 100
Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
2 / 4
Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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30
Heart Health
49
Metabolic
33
Digestive
69
Inflammatory
56
Performance
37
General Wellness
  1. 1

    Mix mayonnaise, crabmeat, tarragon, garlic, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and 1 pinch of cayenne pepper in a bowl; season with salt and stir to combine.

  2. 2

    Refrigerate the aioli until ready to use.

  3. 3

    Remove the tails from the shrimp; refrigerate until ready to use.

  4. 4

    Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

  5. 5

    Whisk buttermilk, hot sauce, 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, ground chipotle, and black pepper together in a bowl; set aside.

  6. 6

    Combine flour, cornmeal, paprika, and 2 teaspoons kosher salt in a shallow dish; set aside.

  7. 7

    Cut the sandwich rolls partway and open them up.

  8. 8

    Scoop out some bread from the tops.

  9. 9

    Toast in the preheated oven until crisp, 7 to 10 minutes.

  10. 10

    Soak the shrimp in the buttermilk mixture for about 5 minutes.

  11. 11

    Meanwhile, heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat.

  12. 12

    Spread the crab aioli generously over both sides of each roll; top with sliced lettuce.

  13. 13

    Toss the shrimp in the cornmeal mixture to coat; shake off any excess.

  14. 14

    Carefully lower the shrimp into the hot oil in batches and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 2 minutes per side.

  15. 15

    Drain on a paper towel-lined plate; immediately transfer the shrimp to the rolls.

  16. 16

    Sprinkle cayenne pepper on top.

  17. 17

    Repeat with the remaining shrimp.

About This Recipe

Spicy Shrimp Po' Boy Rolls with Crab Aioli is made with 19 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 40 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Buttermilk, and Canola Oil. Each serving provides about 1020.13 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Spicy Shrimp Po’ Boy Rolls with Crab Aioli made of?
The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Buttermilk, Canola Oil, Cayenne Pepper. The full list of 19 is above.
How long does it take to make Spicy Shrimp Po’ Boy Rolls with Crab Aioli?
About 40 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 1020.13 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Spicy Shrimp Po’ Boy Rolls with Crab Aioli easy to make?
This recipe is rated medium, with 19 ingredients and 17 steps.
Is Spicy Shrimp Po’ Boy Rolls with Crab Aioli healthy?
Spicy Shrimp Po’ Boy Rolls with Crab Aioli has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 1020.13 calories and 47.59 g of protein, or 95% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 899.44 mg (39% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 7.33 g (37% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Fish, Eggs, Milk, Soy, Wheat, Gluten, Corn and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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