Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade Honey Walnut Shrimp, a beloved Chinese-American classic that will elevate your dining experience. This easy recipe features crispy shrimp coated in a rich, creamy sauce and topped with crunchy candied walnuts, making it an irresistible dish for any occasion. Perfect as a main course or appetizer, this version surpasses takeout with its fresh ingredients and customizable sweetness. Serve it alongside steamed rice or in lettuce wraps for a fun twist that the whole family will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large shrimp (size 21/25)
- 1 stalk green onion (finely chopped)
- 1 egg
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 cup walnuts
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1¾ tablespoons sugar (or honey)
- ¼ teaspoon salt (optional)
- ½ tablespoon butter
- ¼ cup mayonnaise (or Japanese kewpie mayo)
- 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk (or 1½ tablespoons of honey)
- ¼ teaspoon rice vinegar
- ½ teaspoon soy sauce
Instructions
- Candied Walnuts: In a pan over medium heat, add oil and walnuts. Stir until fragrant, then mix in sugar and salt until caramelized. Set aside on parchment.
- Shrimp Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine egg, cornstarch, onion powder, and soy sauce. Add shrimp and coat well.
- Frying: Heat oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Fry shrimp in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Sauce: Mix mayonnaise, sweetened condensed milk, rice vinegar, and soy sauce until smooth.
- Combine: Toss fried shrimp with the sauce in a large bowl and top with candied walnuts before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pieces (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 140mg