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Honey Walnut Shrimp

A 30-minute better-than-takeout recipe featuring crispy fried shrimp and candied walnuts tossed in a creamy, sweet honey-mayo glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American-Chinese, Chinese
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Candied Walnuts
  • 1 cup walnut halves
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
Shrimp & Batter
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled, deveined, tails removed
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 2 cups oil for frying
Sauce & Garnish
  • 4 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 tsp lemon juice optional
  • 1 stalk green onions chopped

Equipment

  • Wok or Dutch Oven
  • Slotted spoon
  • Mixing bowls
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. In a small saucepan, bring water and sugar to a boil. Add walnuts and boil for 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain.
  2. Fry the walnuts in oil for 1-2 minutes until golden, or bake at 350°F for 5-7 minutes. Let cool on parchment paper to harden.
  3. Heat oil in a wok or deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Dip shrimp into beaten eggs, then dredge in cornstarch, pressing to adhere.
  6. Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on a wire rack.
  7. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, honey, condensed milk, and lemon juice.
  8. Toss the hot fried shrimp in the sauce until evenly coated. Fold in the candied walnuts.
  9. Garnish with green onions and serve immediately.

Notes

Serve with steamed rice and broccoli.