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Quick & Easy Honey Walnut Shrimp

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  • Author: Penelope Hartwell
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Description

Quick & Easy Honey Walnut Shrimp is a delightful dish that brings the best of sweet and savory flavors to your table in just 30 minutes. With crispy shrimp coated in a creamy, luscious sauce and topped with crunchy candied walnuts, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at family gatherings. Skip the takeout and enjoy a homemade version that’s both affordable and satisfying. Ideal for all ages, this dish is sure to become a family favorite!


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 4 egg whites
  • 2/3 cup cornstarch
  • 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 1/4 cup Japanese mayo
  • 3 tbsp sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup walnut halves
  • 3 tbsp sugar
  • Chopped green onion for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce by mixing Japanese mayo, sweetened condensed milk, honey, and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.
  2. For candied walnuts, heat sugar and cold water in a non-stick pan until it simmers, then add walnut halves until well-coated. Cool on parchment paper.
  3. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. In another bowl, whisk egg whites until foamy, then mix with cornstarch. Coat shrimp thoroughly.
  4. Heat oil in a large pan to about 350°F. Fry shrimp in small batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Toss fried shrimp with candied walnuts and sauce in a large bowl. Garnish with green onions before serving.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Approx. 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 405
  • Sugar: 19g
  • Sodium: 275mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 22g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 160mg