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Crispy Honey Walnut Shrimp Recipe with Easy Creamy Mayo Sauce

  • Author: Lena
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A quick and easy recipe featuring crispy shrimp coated in a sweet honey glaze and tossed with toasted walnuts, served with a smooth and tangy creamy mayo sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3/4 cup walnut halves, lightly toasted
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons condensed milk
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Vegetable oil for frying (about 2 cups)

Instructions

  1. Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Set aside to cool.
  2. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels to remove moisture.
  3. In a bowl, combine all-purpose flour and cornstarch. In another bowl, beat the egg.
  4. Dip each shrimp into the beaten egg, then dredge thoroughly in the flour-cornstarch mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating evenly.
  5. Pour vegetable oil into a deep pan to about 2 inches depth and heat to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes or until golden and crispy. Remove with tongs or slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, honey, condensed milk, lemon juice, and salt until smooth. Adjust sweetness or tang as desired.
  8. In a large bowl, gently combine fried shrimp and toasted walnuts. Drizzle with creamy mayo sauce and toss lightly to coat without breaking the crispy coating.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped herbs if desired.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry thoroughly before coating to ensure crispiness. Keep oil temperature steady around 350°F (175°C) to avoid greasy or burnt coating. Toast walnuts to enhance flavor. Fry shrimp in small batches to maintain oil temperature. Toss shrimp gently with sauce to keep coating intact. Sauce can be prepared in advance and stored up to 3 days in the fridge.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: About 1/4 of the rec
  • Calories: 375
  • Sugar: 10
  • Sodium: 400
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Carbohydrates: 20
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 25

Keywords: honey walnut shrimp, crispy shrimp, creamy mayo sauce, easy shrimp recipe, quick dinner, fried shrimp, walnut shrimp

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