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Honey Walnut Shrimp Recipe

Honey Walnut Shrimp features crispy shrimp coated in a creamy honey sauce with candied walnuts. This dish offers a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors and is perfect for a quick, gourmet meal at home.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Servings: 2 servings
Author: Mariam Ezzeddine

Ingredients

Candied Walnuts

  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 cup walnuts halves
  • 1 tbsp butter

Shrimp

  • 1 lb small raw shrimp peeled, deveined, and tails removed
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • vegetable oil for frying

Honey Sauce

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons scallions chopped

Instructions

  • Heat a medium pan with brown sugar, butter, water and walnuts. Bring them to a boil and allow the sugar to thicken up without burning.
  • Transfer the candied walnuts to the parchment paper or mat and spread out into a single layer. Allow the walnuts to cool completely.
  • Season the shrimp with onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Coat them with cornstarch and deep fry the shrimp in batches until curled and lightly golden. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine; mayonnaise, condensed milk, honey and lemon juice. Set aside.
  • Add the fried shrimp, walnuts and pour the prepared sauce on top. Toss everything until well combined.
  • Garnish with spring onions and serve.

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Notes

  • Dry the Shrimp: Ensure the shrimp are well-dried and patted dry before coating them to achieve maximum crispiness.
  • Candy the Walnuts Properly: Don’t rush the candying process; make sure the sugar fully caramelizes for the best flavor.
  • Toss Gently: When combining the shrimp with the sauce and walnuts, do it gently to keep the shrimp crispy.
  • Serve Immediately: For the best texture, serve the dish right after tossing the shrimp with the sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 1003kcal | Carbohydrates: 98g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 53g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 32g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 309mg | Sodium: 2132mg | Potassium: 686mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 70g | Vitamin A: 704IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 269mg | Iron: 3mg