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Crispy Honey Walnut Shrimp

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A quick and easy recipe featuring crispy fried shrimp coated in a sticky-sweet honey glaze with crunchy candied walnuts, perfect for a special yet fuss-free dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch or arrowroot powder
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil or canola oil for frying (about 1-2 cups)
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup walnut halves
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional garnishes: chopped green onions, sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry completely with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Place cornstarch in a shallow bowl. In another bowl, beat the egg. Dip each shrimp into the egg, then dredge in cornstarch, pressing gently to coat. Set aside.
  3. Heat oil in a wok or deep frying pan over medium-high heat to about 350°F (175°C). Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  4. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, water, and a pinch of salt. Stir until sugar dissolves and mixture bubbles. Add walnut halves and stir constantly for about 2 minutes until coated and glossy. Transfer to parchment paper to cool.
  5. Whisk together honey, mayonnaise, sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and salt until smooth and creamy.
  6. Gently toss fried shrimp with the honey walnut glaze until evenly coated. Add candied walnuts and toss gently again.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry thoroughly to ensure crispiness. Fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature. Toss shrimp with glaze while warm but not hot to keep coating crisp. Reheat briefly in a hot skillet if shrimp lose crispness after glazing.

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