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Honey Walnut Shrimp

Honey Walnut Shrimp: A Crispy, Sweet Delight at Home

Enjoy a delightful Honey Walnut Shrimp with crispy shrimp and a creamy sweet sauce, perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese-American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp (peeled and deveined) Wild-caught shrimp enhance flavor
  • 2 large Egg Whites For a vegan option, use chickpea flour mixed with water
  • ½ cup Cornstarch Substitute with gluten-free flour blend if needed
For the Sauce
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used for a healthier alternative
  • ½ cup Honey Can be swapped with maple syrup
  • ¼ cup Condensed Milk Coconut cream is a lighter substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust or omit based on your spice tolerance
For the Candied Walnuts
  • 1 cup Walnut Halves Pecans make a tasty alternative
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Feel free to reduce the amount for less sweetness
  • 1 cup Water Essential for the syrup
For Frying
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil Corn or canola oil are suitable substitutes

Equipment

  • Medium deep skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Small saucepan
  • Thermometer
  • Slotted spoon
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Preparation Instructions
  1. Heat approximately 2 inches of vegetable oil in a medium deep skillet over medium-high heat, reaching a temperature of 350°F.
  2. In a small saucepan, add 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar, then stir in 1 cup of walnut halves. Bring to a boil and continue boiling for about 2 minutes, then transfer the walnuts onto a parchment-lined sheet to cool.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ½ cup of mayonnaise, ½ cup of honey, and ¼ cup of condensed milk. Whisk together until smooth, then sprinkle in a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 egg whites and ½ cup of cornstarch until soft peaks form.
  5. Dip each shrimp into the batter, ensuring they are evenly coated. Fry in hot oil for about 2–3 minutes until golden brown, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  6. Gently toss the crispy fried shrimp with the prepared sauce in a large bowl, then serve immediately garnished with candied walnuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately after tossing in sauce to retain crispy texture. Adjust sweetness in candied walnuts as needed.

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