Walnut Honey Shrimp (Printable Version)
Crunchy shrimp mixed with a smooth honey dressing and crunchy glazed walnuts for a tasty mix of flavors.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Seafood
01 -
450 g big shrimp, peeled and cleaned
→ Batter & Seasoning
02 -
60 g corn starch
03 -
1.25 ml salt
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1.25 ml black pepper
05 -
One egg white, beaten gently
→ Frying
06 -
Oil for frying (vegetable)
→ Sugared Walnuts
07 -
60 g walnut halves
08 -
25 g sugar
09 -
15 ml water
→ Sweet Honey Sauce
10 -
60 ml mayo
11 -
30 ml honey
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15 ml condensed milk with sugar
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5 ml lemon juice
# Detailed Preparation Steps:
01 -
Put walnuts, sugar, and water in a pan on medium heat. Stir till the sugar melts and walnuts get a shiny coat. Lay them out on parchment paper to cool off.
02 -
Sprinkle salt and pepper on shrimp. Cover them well with corn starch, dip into the egg white, then dust again with corn starch for a thicker crust.
03 -
Heat vegetable oil in a wok or pan till it hits 175 to 190°C. Fry shrimp in small batches, about 2 to 3 mins each side till golden. Take them out and drain on paper towels.
04 -
Beat mayo, honey, condensed milk, and lemon juice till thick and smooth.
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Carefully coat the fried shrimp in the honey sauce. Fold in the cooled sugared walnuts and serve right away for the best crunch.
# Helpful Tips:
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You can bake the shrimp for a lighter version. Taste and tweak the honey as you like. Make sure walnuts are cold before mixing so they stay crispy.