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Quick & Easy Honey Walnut Shrimp

Quick & Easy Honey Walnut Shrimp
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Indulge in the savory delight of Quick & Easy Honey Walnut Shrimp, a dish that brings together crispy shrimp, a creamy sweet sauce, and crunchy candied walnuts in just 30 minutes. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, offering restaurant-quality flavors at home without the hefty price tag. The balance of sweetness from honey and the crunch of walnuts creates a mouthwatering experience everyone will love. Serve it over steamed rice or alongside vibrant stir-fried vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 4 egg whites
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2/3 cup cornstarch (or sub with potato starch, tapioca starch, or sweet rice flour)
  • 1 cup vegetable oil (or any neutral oil for frying)
  • 1/4 cup Japanese mayo (or sub with normal mayo)
  • 3 tbsp sweetened condensed milk (or condensed coconut milk for dairy-free version)
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1/2 cup walnut halves
  • 3 tbsp white granulated sugar (or sub with brown sugar)
  • 1 tbsp cold water
  • 1 green onion (finely chopped)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together sauce ingredients: mayo, condensed milk, honey, and lemon juice; set aside.
  2. Prepare candied walnuts by heating sugar and cold water in a non-stick pan until simmering. Add walnut halves to coat evenly and then transfer to parchment paper to cool.
  3. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Whisk egg whites until foamy; mix in cornstarch until it forms a runny paste. Coat shrimp in this batter.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
  5. Combine crispy shrimp, candied walnuts, and sauce in a large bowl; toss gently and garnish with chopped green onions.

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