Honey Walnut Shrimp
This Honey Walnut Shrimp recipe combines crispy shrimp with a sweet and creamy sauce, perfect for dinner or special occasions.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- bowl
- Pan for frying
- paper towels
Ingredients
Seafood
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Batter
- ½ cup cornstarch
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 egg whites
Frying
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Candied Walnuts
- ½ cup walnuts
- ⅓ cup sugar
- ¼ cup water
Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Garnish
- 2 tablespoon chopped green onions or parsley (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a saucepan, combine sugar and water, bring to a simmer, then add walnuts and cook until coated and glossy. Remove and let cool.
- Rinse and thoroughly dry the shrimp using paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk egg whites until frothy, then mix in cornstarch and flour to form a smooth batter.
- Add shrimp to the batter and coat evenly.
- Heat oil in a pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
- In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, honey, condensed milk, lemon juice, and salt until smooth.
Assembly
- Toss the shrimp gently in the sauce until coated.
- Add candied walnuts and lightly combine.
- Garnish with green onions or parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Use fresh or fully thawed shrimp for the best texture and flavor. Do not overcrowd the pan while frying to keep shrimp crispy. Add sauce just before serving to maintain the crunch.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 24gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18g
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