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Air Fryer Fried Shrimp Po Boys (LOW CARB KETO FRIENDLY)

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Fried Shrimp Po Boy

Cultural Context

Originating from Louisiana, the Po Boy sandwich was created during the 1929 streetcar strike in New Orleans, where local workers were fed by a sympathetic restaurant owner. This hearty sandwich typically features fried seafood or meat, dressed with lettuce, tomatoes, and mayonnaise. Today, the Fried Shrimp Po Boy remains a beloved staple of Cajun and Creole cuisine, with variations found across the United States, often showcasing local seafood.

LouisianaUSSouthmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1/2 to 1 pound shrimp
3/4 cup egg whites
3/4 cup almond flour
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Tony's seasoning
nonstick cooking spray (avocado oil)

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with fewer calories.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pollock

Chicken is lower in cost, while pollock offers a similar texture.

1

Start by introducing the recipe and ingredients for the air fryer shrimp po-boy.

2

Prepare about a half a pound to a pound of peeled and deveined shrimp.

3

Measure out 3/4 cup of 100% egg whites from a carton with no other ingredients.

4

Measure 3/4 cup of almond flour and explain its benefits for low-carb cooking.

5

Measure 1/4 cup of grated parmesan cheese and explain its role in achieving a golden crisp.

6

Add 1 teaspoon of Tony's seasoning to the mixture for flavor.

7

Use a fork to mix the almond flour, parmesan cheese, and seasoning together until combined.

8

Prepare the air fryer by spraying the basket generously with nonstick cooking spray (avocado oil).

9

Coat the shrimp using a three-step technique: dip in egg whites, then in the almond flour mixture, and repeat until all shrimp are coated.

10

Place the coated shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded.

11

Set the air fryer to the appropriate temperature and cook the shrimp until they are golden and crispy, checking for doneness as needed.

Cooking Techniques

frying

Equipment Needed

air fryer

Spice Level:

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Dietary

ketolow-carb

Allergens

shellfishmilkwheat

Also Known As

Shrimp Po' BoyPo Boy Sandwich

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