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Honey Walnut Shrimp

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This dish is a delightful balance of textures and flavors—crispy shrimp, crunchy candied walnuts, and a rich, sweet, and creamy sauce. Inspired by the popular Chinese restaurant dish, this homemade version lets you enjoy the same indulgence with fresh ingredients and simple steps. Whether for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this Honey Walnut Shrimp will impress!

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Honey Walnut Shrimp

📌 Servings

4 SERVINGS

⏳ Prep Time:

15 MINUTES

⏰ Cook Time:

15 MINUTES

🛍️ Our Product:

HONEY

🍽️ Type:

MAIN DISH

Ingredients

  • 1 c. water

  • 1 c. granulated sugar

  • 1 c. walnuts

  • 1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined

  • Kosher salt

  • Freshly ground black pepper

  • 2 large eggs, beaten

  • 1 c. cornstarch

  • Vegetable oil for frying

  • 1/4 c. mayonnaise

  • 2 tbsp. Fingerlakes Honey Company honey

  • 2 tbsp. heavy cream

  • Cooked white rice, for serving

  • Thinly sliced green onions, for garnish

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine water and sugar and bring to a boil.

  2. Add walnuts and let boil for 2 minutes.

  3. Using a slotted spoon, remove walnuts and let cool on a small baking sheet.

  4. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.

  5. Place eggs in a shallow bowl and cornstarch in another shallow bowl.

  6. Dip shrimp in eggs, then in cornstarch coating well.

  7. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 1” of oil.

  8. Add shrimp in batches and fry until golden, 3 to 4 minutes.

  9. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel lined plate.

  10. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, honey, and heavy cream.

  11. Toss shrimp in sauce.

  12. Serve over rice with candied walnuts and garnish with green onions.

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stac

awesome!

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Deb

I and my friends absolutely love this jalapeño honey peach jam. It has just enough kick with the jalapeños. Delicious on bread or crackers!

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Deb

These spices made an excellent bread dip.We loved it!

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