Description
A delightful blend of crispy shrimp and candied walnuts coated in a creamy sauce, capturing the essence of sweet and savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh large or jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup walnuts
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Peel and devein the shrimp, rinse under cold water, and pat dry.
- Create the Breading: In a bowl, whisk together cornstarch, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the egg.
- Coat the Shrimp: Dip shrimp in the egg mixture, then dredge in cornstarch.
- Fry the Shrimp: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry shrimp until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Prepare the Candied Walnuts: Cook walnuts with water and sugar in a saucepan until coated. Let them cool on parchment paper.
- Make the Sauce: Mix mayonnaise, honey, and sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
- Combine Everything: Toss fried shrimp gently with the sauce until fully coated.
- Assemble and Serve: Transfer to a platter, sprinkle with candied walnuts and optional green onions.
Notes
For a vegan alternative, use tofu instead of shrimp, and substitute with vegan mayonnaise and coconut cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: honey walnut shrimp, Chinese cuisine, easy shrimp recipe