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Honey Walnut Shrimp

Delicious Honey Walnut Shrimp: Elevate Your Homemade Dinner

Indulge in delectable Honey Walnut Shrimp, a flavorful blend of crispy shrimp, creamy sauce, and sweet walnuts.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fried Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp (peeled and deveined) Opt for wild-caught for enhanced flavor.
  • 2 large Egg Whites Can be replaced with aquafaba for a vegan version.
  • ½ cup Cornstarch Provides perfect crispiness.
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil Canola or peanut oil recommended.
For the Candied Walnuts
  • 1 cup Walnut Halves Try substituting with almonds.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Consider using coconut sugar.
  • 1 cup Water
For the Creamy Sauce
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can lighten this up.
  • ¼ cup Honey Substitute with maple syrup if desired.
  • ¼ cup Condensed Milk Feel free to omit for less sweetness.
  • ¼ teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to spice tolerance.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Deep skillet
  • slotted spoon
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar over medium heat. Add 1 cup of walnut halves and boil for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer the walnuts to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ½ cup of mayonnaise, ¼ cup of honey, and ¼ cup of condensed milk. Whisk together until smooth, then add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.
  3. In a clean bowl, whisk together 2 egg whites and ½ cup of cornstarch until soft peaks form.
  4. Heat 2 cups of vegetable oil in a deep skillet until it reaches approximately 350°F (175°C). Test the oil with a small amount of batter.
  5. Dip each shrimp into the batter, coating it thoroughly, then fry in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  6. Once fried, toss the shrimp gently in the creamy sauce, arrange on a platter, and sprinkle the candied walnuts on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately over a bed of Jasmine rice for the best experience.

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