Crispy, Sweet, and Creamy Seafood Delight

Honey Walnut Shrimp is a restaurant-favorite dish known for its perfect balance of crispy shrimp, creamy honey sauce, and candied walnuts.

This dish is ideal for holiday dinners, parties, or a special weeknight meal. With a few simple steps, you can recreate this elegant seafood recipe at home, impressing family and guests alike.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 cup walnuts
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk
• 1 egg white
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• Vegetable oil for frying
• Pinch of salt

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Candy the walnuts: In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves, then add walnuts and cook for 2–3 minutes. Remove and let cool on parchment paper.
2. Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, honey, and sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Set aside.
3. Prepare shrimp for frying: Pat shrimp dry. In a bowl, lightly beat the egg white. Dip each shrimp into egg, then coat with cornstarch.
4. Fry shrimp: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pan. Fry shrimp in batches until golden and crispy, about 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
5. Toss shrimp in sauce: Add fried shrimp to the bowl with honey sauce and gently toss until evenly coated.
6. Add candied walnuts: Sprinkle candied walnuts over the shrimp and serve immediately.
7. Optional garnish: Garnish with chopped green onions for extra color and flavor.

TIPS FOR PERFECT HONEY WALNUT SHRIMP

• Frying oil temperature: Keep oil around 350°F for evenly crispy shrimp.
• Do not overcrowd pan when frying to avoid soggy shrimp.
• Use large shrimp for best presentation and bite.
• Candied walnuts can be prepared ahead of time.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

• Serve over steamed rice for a complete meal
• Pair with stir-fried vegetables
• Use as a party appetizer with toothpicks

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE

• Sweet, creamy, and crunchy in every bite
• Elegant dish perfect for entertaining
• Quick and easy to make at home
• Impressively restaurant-quality results

Honey Walnut Shrimp

Crispy fried shrimp tossed in a creamy honey sauce and topped with sweet candied walnuts, perfect for dinner or special occasions.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine: Asian, Chinese

Calories: 360

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Shrimp

• 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
• 1/2 cup walnuts
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk
• 1 egg white lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• vegetable oil for frying
• Pinch salt

Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Deep skillet or pan
• Tongs or slotted spoon
• Small saucepan

Method

 

1. Candy the walnuts by combining sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add walnuts and cook 2–3 minutes. Let cool.
2. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, honey, and sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Set aside.
3. Pat shrimp dry. Dip each shrimp into egg white, then coat with cornstarch.
4. Heat vegetable oil to 350°F in a deep skillet. Fry shrimp in batches until golden and crispy, 2–3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
5. Toss fried shrimp with honey sauce until evenly coated.
6. Sprinkle candied walnuts over the shrimp and serve immediately.
7. Optional garnish: chopped green onions for color and flavor.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when frying shrimp. Candied walnuts can be prepared ahead of time. Serve immediately for best texture.