The po’boy sandwich was created in New Orleans in 1929 by brothers Benny and Clovis Martin, who served free sandwiches to striking streetcar workers, whom they affectionately called ‘poor boys.’ The sandwich, traditionally filled with fried seafood or roast beef on a crusty French loaf, has remained a beloved New Orleans institution ever since.
Crusty bread piled high with crispy fried shrimp
Crispy cornmeal-fried shrimp are piled onto a crusty French loaf with lettuce, tomato, and a zesty remoulade for the classic New Orleans po’boy.


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