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Set the remoulade sauce aside in the refrigerator.","group":"Preparation","title":"Whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, minced garlic","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a shallow bowl, mix the buttermilk and hot sauce. Submerge the shrimp in this mixture and let sit for 10 minutes.","group":"Breading","title":"Mix the buttermilk and hot sauce","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Breading"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In a separate container, whisk the flour, cornmeal, and the remaining Cajun seasoning together.","group":"Breading","title":"Whisk the flour, cornmeal, and the remaining Cajun seasoning together","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Breading"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Heat vegetable oil in a heavy pot to 350°F (177°C). Dredge the marinated shrimp in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.","group":"Frying","title":"Heat vegetable oil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Frying"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Fry shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.","group":"Frying","title":"Fry shrimp in batches","timerMinutes":3,"sourceTitle":"Frying"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Slice the bread open and spread generously with remoulade. Layer with fried shrimp, lettuce, and tomato slices. Serve immediately.","group":"Assembly","title":"Slice the bread open","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"}],"notes":"Traditional Po' boys are 'dressed', meaning they include lettuce, tomato, pickles, and mayo (or remoulade). The quality of the bread is key; look for a loaf with a thin, crispy crust and light, airy interior.","cuisine":{"group":"American","specific":["Cajun","Creole","New Orleans"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["fry"],"equipment":["Deep fryer or heavy pot","Thermometer","Whisk","Shallow bowls"],"diet":["high_protein"],"allergens":["shellfish","gluten","milk","eggs"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"sandwich","note":"4 full-sized sandwiches"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The remoulade sauce can be made up to 2 days in advance. Shrimp must be fried fresh."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store leftover shrimp and bread separately. 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