Honey Walnut Shrimp
These crispy fried shrimp coated in a creamy and sweet honey walnut sauce is quick to make and loaded with flavor.
Servings 4
Calories 684kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup walnut halves
- 3 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 ½ tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon condensed milk
- ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 3 egg whites
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Instructions
- Add vegetable oil to medium deep skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the water, sugar and walnuts to a small saucepan and bring to a boil, boiling for 2 minutes. Transfer to a parchment-lined sheet to dry.
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, honey, condensed milk and crushed red pepper flakes in small bowl and set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together the egg whites and cornstarch with a handheld mixer until soft peaks form. Working in batches, dip shrimp into the batter and fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer to a paper-lined plate.
- Toss the shrimp in the sauce and serve immediately, topped with walnuts.
Notes
- Use wild shrimp when possible. It is healthier for you and just tastes better. Frozen shrimp works fine too but just make sure they're thawed before cooking.
- Add another pinch of crushed red pepper flakes if you want more heat.
- Cornstarch batter stays light in color but will be crisp.
- If you want extra crunchy walnuts throw on pan in oven at 350°F for 5 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 684kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 23g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 231mg | Sodium: 736mg | Potassium: 469mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 41g