Honey Walnut Shrimp
Honey Walnut Shrimp is a delightful dish that combines crispy shrimp, a creamy honey sauce, and crunchy toasted walnuts. This easy-to-make recipe delivers a burst of flavor and texture that’s perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy family dinner or an elegant gathering. Impress your guests with this restaurant-quality meal that’s sure to become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Entree
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup walnuts, lightly toasted
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup honey (preferably raw)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast walnuts until golden brown for about 5 minutes. Set aside.
- Whisk together mayonnaise, honey, soy sauce, sugar, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp in batches until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
- Toss cooked shrimp in the skillet with the sauce until fully coated.
- Plate the Honey Walnut Shrimp and garnish with toasted walnuts. Serve immediately for the best crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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