Description
This recipe for Panda Express Honey Walnut Shrimp is a delicious replica of the popular restaurant dish. Crispy fried shrimp coated in a sweet honey mayo sauce and candied walnuts make for a perfect combination of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 large egg whites
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- vegetable oil (for frying)
- salt (to taste)
For the Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk
For Garnish:
- 1/2 cup candied walnuts
- green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, honey, and sweetened condensed milk. Set aside.
- Prepare the Shrimp: Beat egg whites until frothy. Toss shrimp in egg whites, then coat with cornstarch, shaking off excess.
- Fry the Shrimp: Heat vegetable oil to 350°F. Fry shrimp in batches for 3–4 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Coat Shrimp: Toss fried shrimp with honey sauce and candied walnuts in a large bowl.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- You can make candied walnuts by simmering walnut halves in a simple syrup for 2–3 minutes, then baking until golden.
- Serve with steamed rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
