Honey Walnut Shrimp
Forget the takeout, this Honey Walnut Shrimp is made with sweet honey sauce, whole walnuts, and crispy fried shrimp! So tasty!
Servings 4 servings
Calories 581kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- ¾ cup walnut halves
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 4 egg whites
- ⅔ cup cornstarch
- 1 pound large shrimp - 18-22 count - peeled and deveined
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk
- ½ tablespoon lemon juice
Vegetable oil for frying
Scallions for topping
Instructions
- Add the water, walnuts, and sugar to a medium skillet over medium heat. Bring to a boil for 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer the walnuts out of the liquid and place them on a parchment-lined plate to dry.
- Whisk the cornstarch and egg whites.
- Mix the shrimp into the egg mixture.
- Pour about 3 inches of vegetable oil into a heavy-bottomed pot.
- Heat over medium-high heat and bring the temperature up to 350 degrees.
- Add up to 5 shrimp to the hot oil, frying until golden brown - about 2-3 minutes. Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat until all of the shrimp is cooked.
- Whisk the honey, mayonnaise, sweetened condensed milk, and lemon juice in a medium bowl.
- Add the cooked shrimp and gently toss to coat.
- Top with the candied walnuts and scallions before serving.
Notes
You can use any size of shrimp you like - just adjust the cooking time.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 581kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 756mg | Potassium: 266mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 45g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 102mg | Iron: 1mg | Net Carbohydrates: 67g