Honey Walnut Shrimp
Bring the delightful flavors of the beloved Panda Express Honey Walnut Shrimp into your kitchen with this easy, homemade recipe. Juicy, crispy shrimp coated in a creamy honey-mayo sauce and topped with candied walnuts make for an irresistible dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. Whether you’re planning a weeknight dinner or looking to impress your guests, this restaurant-style recipe is a surefire winner.
This quick and easy shrimp recipe is perfect for seafood lovers and comes together in just 20 minutes! The golden, crunchy shrimp pairs beautifully with the sticky candied walnuts, creating a texture and flavor combination that’s truly indulgent.
Ingredients
- Shrimp
- Cornstarch
- Sea salt
- Pepper
- Egg
- Oil
- Honey
- Walnuts
- Mayonnaise
- Honey
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: Combine mayonnaise and honey in a small bowl.
- Make Candied Walnuts: Stir honey and water in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once the mixture begins to simmer, add walnuts. Cook until the walnuts become sticky. Set the nuts aside.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add oil to a pan and heat on medium-high. In a bowl, combine cornstarch, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat an egg. Coat each piece of shrimp in the cornstarch mixture and then in the beaten egg. Fry until golden and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
- Finish: Toss the shrimp with the sauce in a large bowl. Top with candied walnuts and serve immediately.
Tips for Success
- Perfect Shrimp Texture: Thoroughly coat the shrimp in cornstarch and egg for a crispy crust. Fry at medium-high heat to keep the inside tender.
- Avoid Burnt Walnuts: Simmer the honey and water mixture gently to prevent burning. Stir occasionally for an even glaze.
- Oil Management: Use enough oil to fry the shrimp evenly and remove excess oil with paper towels.
Storing and Reheating
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freeze: Allow the dish to cool and freeze in an airtight container for up to 1 month.
- Reheat: Warm in the microwave until heated through.
Honey Walnut Shrimp
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined (453 g)
- ½ cup cornstarch 2.21 oz | 60 g
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 large egg beaten
- Oil to fry
Walnuts
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon water
- ¼ cup walnuts 1.06 oz | 30 g
Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise 4.23 oz | 120 g
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
Sauce
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and honey. Set aside.
Walnuts
- In a saucepan, stir honey and water together on medium heat. Bring to a simmer and add walnuts. Cook until sticky.
Shrimp
- Heat a pan with 1 cup oil on medium high heat. Add cornstarch with salt and pepper in a bowl. Add egg in another bowl. Dredge shrimp in the cornstarch bowl then in the egg bowl. Fry shrimp until golden and crispy. Place on a plate with kitchen paper to remove the excess of oil.
- Add shrimp in a bowl, coat with the sauce and top with candied walnuts.
Notes
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