Honey Walnut Shrimp

Honey Walnut Shrimp

Introduction

If you love restaurant-style shrimp, you’re going to adore this Honey Walnut Shrimp recipe. Crispy, golden shrimp are tossed in a silky, sweet mayonnaise-based sauce and topped with crunchy candied walnuts for that perfect texture contrast. Ready in under 20 minutes, it’s ideal for a quick weeknight dinner, a special treat, or entertaining friends at home. Serve it over fluffy steamed rice to soak up all the sweet, nutty flavors.

Ingredients

Shrimp:

• 1 lb (450 g) peeled shrimp
• ½ cup (60 g) cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon water

Candied Walnuts:

• ¼ cup (85 g) honey
• 6 tablespoons (90 ml) water
• 1 cup (100 g) walnut halves

Sweet Sauce:

• ½ cup (120 g) mayonnaise
• ¼ cup (85 g) honey
• 2 tablespoons plain yogurt

For frying:

• About 1 inch (2.5 cm) vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok

Directions