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Honey Walnut Shrimp

Honey walnut shrimp originated in Hong Kong and now the popular Cantonese dish can be found at most Chinese and Chinese-American restaurants (even the fast food restaurant, Panda Express).
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian, cantonese, Chinese
Keyword 30 minute meal, honey, seafood, shellfish, shrimp, walnut
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 958kcal

Ingredients

For the candied walnuts:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup walnut halves

For the shrimp:

  • 2 heads broccoli, cut into florets
  • pounds peeled and deveined extra large 26-30 count shrimp, tails removed
  • Kosher salt, as needed
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 5 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • ¼ cup kewpie mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 medium green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

For the candied walnuts:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and ½ cup water. Bring the water and sugar mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens.
  • Add the walnuts and continue to cook for about 3 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the walnuts from the sugar syrup and spread on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain and harden.

For the shrimp:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over medium high heat. Add the broccoli florets and cook until bright green and tender, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove to a colander and drain then set aside.
  • Season the shrimp all over with salt then toss with the cornstarch until the shrimp is evenly coated.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat, add half of the vegetable oil and heat through.
  • Work in two batches, frying the shrimp until crispy and the outside is golden brown, about 2 minutes.
  • Flip the shrimp and continue to cook until just cooked through and golden brown, about an additional 2 minutes.
  • Remove to a plate, then add the remaining oil to the pan and cook the remaining shrimp.
  • In a large mixing bowl whisk together the mayonnaise, honey and sweetened condensed milk until thoroughly combined. Add the shrimp, tossing to evenly coat them.
  • Plate the coated shrimp and top with the broccoli and candied walnuts. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition

Calories: 958kcal | Carbohydrates: 93g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 30g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 281mg | Sodium: 401mg | Potassium: 1583mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 67g | Vitamin A: 1982IU | Vitamin C: 273mg | Calcium: 301mg | Iron: 4mg