More often than not, lunchtime in New Orleans means lining up for a “po’boy” (our version of a hero sandwich), a bag of Zapp’s, and a cold Barq’s root beer. The best versions of the sandwich are made on light, crackly Leidenheimer loaves (made at the city’s most famous bakery) and piled with fried oysters and shrimp. But don’t overlook a spicy sausage filling, and while you’re at it, try my “special sauce.” If they can make “Dijonaise,” I can make “Creolaise.” Creole mustard is whole-grain mustard with a little horseradish added to it, and is it good! It’s made to go with sausage of any kind, but especially with hot, crusty andouille, right off the grill. Use the closest thing you can find to the light, crispy New Orleans-style French bread, add your favorite pickles, and chow down.
Recipe information
Yield
makes 2 sandwiches
Ingredients
Preparation
Grill or broil the sausage until hot and slightly crusty. In a small bowl, combine the Mayonnaise, mustard, and hot sauce, to taste, if using. Spread a little of this “Creolaise” on both top and bottom slices of bread. Place the sausage on the bottom slice, add the pickles and onion, and top with the other slice of bread.
