Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Walnut Shrimp, a popular dish that perfectly balances creamy and crispy textures. This homemade version captures the essence of your favorite Chinese takeout with an irresistible sweet sauce and crunchy walnuts. In just 10 minutes of prep time, you can create a stunning meal that’s perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ⅔ cup sugar
- 1 cup walnut halves
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 3 large egg whites
- 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the walnuts by boiling them in sugar water for 2-3 minutes, then set aside to cool.
- Mix mayonnaise, honey, sweetened condensed milk, and lemon juice in a bowl to create the sauce.
- Coat shrimp in egg whites, then dredge in cornstarch before frying in hot oil until golden brown.
- Toss the fried shrimp with the sauce and walnuts until evenly coated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 160mg