Description
This Honey Walnut Shrimp is the perfect balance of crispy, creamy, and sweet—just like your favorite takeout, but even better at home. Juicy shrimp are lightly battered and fried until golden, then coated in a rich honey sauce and topped with crunchy candied walnuts. It’s an easy dinner idea that feels indulgent, making it ideal for quick dinners, special occasions, or when you’re craving restaurant-style food at home.
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 egg whites
1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
1/2 cup walnuts
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 tbsp honey
2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 tsp salt
2 tbsp chopped green onions or parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. In a saucepan, combine sugar and water, bring to a simmer, then add walnuts and cook until coated and glossy. Remove and let cool.
2. Rinse and thoroughly dry the shrimp using paper towels.
3. In a bowl, whisk egg whites until frothy, then mix in cornstarch and flour to form a smooth batter.
4. Add shrimp to the batter and coat evenly.
5. Heat oil in a pan to 350°F (175°C).
6. Fry shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
7. In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, honey, condensed milk, lemon juice, and salt until smooth.
8. Toss the shrimp gently in the sauce until coated.
9. Add candied walnuts and lightly combine.
10. 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.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 180mg