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Honey Walnut Shrimp

Honey Walnut Shrimp: Crispy, Creamy Delight in 30 Minutes

Honey Walnut Shrimp is a crispy and creamy dish that combines tender shrimp with a sweet sauce and candied walnuts, perfect for any dinner occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Jumbo Shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch can be substituted with potato or tapioca starch
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Japanese Mayo (Kewpie) or regular mayo
  • 1/4 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk or coconut milk for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons Honey
  • 1/2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
For the Candied Walnuts
  • 1 cup Walnuts (halves)
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar or brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Cold Water
Optional Garnish
  • to taste Green Onion chopped finely

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • Non-stick pan
  • deep skillet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, mix 1/2 cup of Japanese mayo, 1/4 cup of sweetened condensed milk, 2 tablespoons of honey, and the juice of 1/2 lemon until smooth and well combined.
  2. In a non-stick pan, heat 1/2 cup of granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons of cold water over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and thickens, about 5 minutes.
  3. Season 1 pound of peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
  4. Whisk 2 egg whites until foamy, then gradually add in 1/2 cup of cornstarch to form a smooth batter.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350-375°F. Dip each shrimp into the batter and fry in batches for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Remove the shrimp and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  7. Toss the crispy shrimp with the cooled candied walnuts and the creamy sauce until evenly coated.
  8. Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with finely chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Serve over steamed rice or alongside sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.

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