Can I use frozen shrimp?

Yes! You can definitely use frozen shrimp. Just be sure to thaw before cooking.

Can I use precooked shrimp?

I would not recommend it. Since we're frying the shrimp we don't want to double cook it. This will give your shrimp an unappetizing texture and flavor.

Can I use a different nut?

Absolutely! You can sub in any preferred nut or seed for walnuts if you happen to be allergic or don't have any on hand.

What if I don't like mayo?

Mayonnaise can easily be substituted with Greek yogurt in a 1:1 ratio.

What should I serve with honey walnut shrimp?

I like to serve my honey walnut shrimp over a bed of rice (cauliflower rice also works great!) and a side of garlicky bok choy .

How do I keep my shrimp crispy?

First be sure to pat your shrimp dry with some paper towel. Then ensure that your shrimp is well coated with both egg white and tapioca starch. It's also super important that you don't overcrowd your pan while frying otherwise they won't crisp up.

Honey Walnut Shrimp [Better than Takeout!]

Honey Walnut Shrimp

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Move over Panda Express! This Honey Walnut Shrimp recipe tastes even better than takeout! Crunchy, breaded shrimp is paired with sweet honey-glazed walnuts with a sweet and spicy mayo-honey sauce in this delightful takeout-fakeout meal!

Author: Davida Lederle
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Cook
Cuisine: Asian
Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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1 cup raw whole walnuts
4 tbsp honey, divided
1 lb raw shrimp, peeled
2 egg whites, whisked
1/2 cup tapioca starch (or cornstarch)
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup avocado oil
1/2 cup mayo
Optional: Chopped green onions

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss the walnuts with 2 tbsp honey and a pinch of salt and spread out on parchment paper. Bake for 8-10 minutes but watch carefully to ensure they don’t burn. Remove from oven and allow to cool on baking sheet.
In a small bowl whisk your egg whites.
In a medium shallow bowl combine tapioca starch, salt and pepper and mix to combine.
In a large skillet or wok heat your avocado oil over medium-high heat.
Using your left hand place shrimp in whisked egg whites and coat to combine. Then place the shrimp in the tapioca starch mixture using your right hand and make sure it’s fully coated. Repeat until all shrimp has been dipped in both egg white and tapioca starch mixture.
Add your shrimp to your skillet or wok and cook for 2-3 minutes per side. Do not overcrowd your pan so you may have to work in batches. Allow shrimp to cool slightly on a wire rack while you make your sauce.
In a small bowl combine mayo and honey.
Combine shrimp and candied walnuts and drizzle with mayo-honey sauce and sprinkle with green onions. Serve over rice, if desired.

Find it online: https://www.thehealthymaven.com/honey-walnut-shrimp/