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Honey Walnut Shrimp

Irresistible Honey Walnut Shrimp for Your Next Takeout Craving

This Honey Walnut Shrimp recipe is a perfect blend of crispy shrimp, creamy sauce, and sweet walnuts, capturing the essence of Chinese takeout.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fried Shrimp
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil Use canola or peanut oil for frying
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined Ensure shrimp are thawed properly
  • 3 large Egg Whites Aquafaba can be used as a vegan substitute
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch Potato starch is a great alternative
For the Candied Walnuts
  • 1 cup Walnut Halves Can substitute pecans if desired
  • 1 cup Water
  • 2/3 cup Granulated Sugar
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can lighten it
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Honey
  • 1 tablespoon Condensed Milk Consider non-dairy options if needed
  • 1/8 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Omit for a milder flavor

Equipment

  • deep skillet
  • saucepan
  • mixing bowls
  • Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the Oil: Pour in about 1 cup of vegetable oil in a medium deep skillet and heat over medium-high heat until it reaches around 350°F.
  2. Prepare the Candied Walnuts: Combine 1 cup of water, ⅔ cup of granulated sugar, and 1 cup of walnut halves in a saucepan. Bring to boil over medium heat, then strain and let walnuts dry.
  3. Mix the Sauce: Whisk together 3 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 1 ½ tablespoons of honey, 1 tablespoon of condensed milk, and ⅛ teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes in a bowl.
  4. Create the Batter: Whisk 3 egg whites and ½ cup of cornstarch together until soft peaks form.
  5. Fry the Shrimp: Dip shrimp into the batter and fry in small batches for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Toss in the Sauce: Immediately toss the fried shrimp in the creamy sauce to coat evenly.
  7. Add the Walnuts and Serve: Gently fold in the candied walnuts and serve warm, over rice if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve the sauce on the side to keep the batter crispy until ready to eat.

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