Honey Walnut Shrimp
A sweet and crunchy dish featuring crisp battered shrimp, a honey-mayonnaise glaze, and candied walnuts, perfect for weeknight dinners and special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and candied
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 egg white
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- Salt and white pepper to taste
- Neutral oil for frying (canola, vegetable, or light olive oil)
Instructions
- Prepare candied walnuts: In a small pan, melt 2 tbsp sugar with 1 tbsp water. Add walnuts and toss until glazed. Set aside to cool.
- Make the sauce: Whisk mayonnaise, honey, and lemon juice in a bowl. Taste and adjust sweetness or acid.
- Coat shrimp: Pat shrimp dry. Lightly dust each with cornstarch. For a slightly thicker crust, dip in beaten egg white then more cornstarch.
- Fry shrimp: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry shrimp in batches until golden and cooked through, about 1.5–2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- Toss and serve: Let shrimp cool briefly, then toss with a few tablespoons of sauce. Plate and scatter candied walnuts on top. Garnish with lemon zest or chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
For dietary needs, consider swapping shrimp with king oyster mushroom slices for a vegan option. Store shrimp and sauce separately for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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