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Honey Walnut Shrimp

A showstopping dish that perfectly balances crispy fried shrimp with a sweet and nutty glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined, tails removed
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • Oil for deep frying peanut or vegetable oil
For the Honey Walnut Glaze
  • 1 cup walnuts roughly chopped
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Deep skillet or wok
  • Cooking thermometer
  • Slotted spoon or wire mesh strainer
  • Paper towels
  • Shallow plate for coating
  • Wooden spoon for stirring sauce

Method
 

  1. Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring constantly.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the egg and water.
  3. In a separate shallow plate, mix together the cornstarch, flour, salt, and white pepper.
  4. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
  5. Dip each shrimp into the egg mixture, then roll it in the cornstarch mixture to coat.
  6. Heat oil in the skillet to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  7. Fry the coated shrimp in batches for 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Drain the fried shrimp on paper towels for 1 to 2 minutes.
  9. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, then add honey and sweetened condensed milk.
  10. Stir for 1 to 2 minutes until smooth, then add the toasted walnuts, salt, and pepper.
  11. Toss the fried shrimp in the warm honey walnut glaze to coat evenly.

Notes

Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.