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Honey Walnut Shrimp

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Ingredients
 

  • Shrimp
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 large egg whites
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Candied Walnuts
  • 1/2 cup walnuts
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Honey Sauce
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  • Prepare the Candied Walnuts
  • Candy the Walnuts: In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Add the walnuts and cook for 2-3 minutes until the walnuts are caramelized and coated with the syrup.
  • Dry the Walnuts: Using a slotted spoon, remove the walnuts and spread them out on a piece of parchment paper or a baking sheet to dry and harden.
  • Prepare the Shrimp
  • Season the Shrimp: In a medium bowl, season the peeled and deveined shrimp with salt and black pepper.
  • Coat the Shrimp: In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites until frothy. Dip each shrimp into the egg whites, then coat them in cornstarch, shaking off any excess.
  • Fry the Shrimp: Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Fry the coated shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove the shrimp from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Prepare the Honey Sauce
  • Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, honey, sweetened condensed milk, and lemon juice until smooth.
  • Coat the Shrimp: In a large mixing bowl, toss the fried shrimp with the honey sauce until evenly coated.
  • Assemble and Serve
  • Add the Walnuts: Add the candied walnuts to the shrimp and gently toss to combine.
  • Serve: Transfer the honey walnut shrimp to a serving platter and garnish with additional walnuts if desired. Serve immediately.