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Honey Walnut Shrimp

A delightful Chinese-American dish featuring crispy shrimp, sweet honey glaze, and crunchy walnuts, perfect for special occasions or weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese-American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup tempura batter mix Use a quality mix that can hold up to deep-frying.
  • 1 cup water Adjust as necessary based on batter instructions.
  • 1 tablespoon butter For toasting walnuts.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
For the Honey Glaze
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup walnuts Chopped, for texture and nuttiness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the tempura batter according to the package instructions.
  2. Dip each shrimp into the batter and deep fry in hot oil until golden brown.
  3. Remove the fried shrimp from the oil and drain on a paper towel.
Cooking
  1. In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the walnuts and cook until they turn golden brown.
  3. Pour in the honey and stir until the walnuts are evenly coated.
  4. Combine the fried shrimp with the honey walnut mixture, tossing gently until well coated.
  5. Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of hot shrimp and sweet glaze.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat on a skillet over medium heat to maintain crispiness.