Honey Walnut Shrimp

Honey Walnut Shrimp

Crispy shrimp in a sweet, silky mayo sauce with crunchy candied walnuts

Introduction

Bring restaurant-style Honey Walnut Shrimp to your kitchen in under 20 minutes! This dish combines crispy fried shrimp with a luscious sweet sauce and crunchy candied walnuts, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors. It’s quick enough for a weeknight dinner yet impressive enough to serve for guests. Pair it with steamed rice for a complete meal that will make everyone reach for seconds.

Ingredients

For the shrimp:

• 1 lb (450 g) peeled shrimp
• 1/2 cup (60 g) cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon water
• Vegetable oil, for frying

For the candied walnuts:

• 1/4 cup (85 g) honey
• 6 tablespoons (90 ml) water
• 1 cup (120 g) walnut halves

For the sweet sauce:

• 1/2 cup (120 g) mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup (85 g) honey
• 2 tablespoons plain yogurt

Instructions