Ingredients
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- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup walnuts, toasted and glazed
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the walnuts by glazing them with honey and toast until caramelized; set aside.
- Dip the shrimp in beaten eggs, then coat with cornstarch.
- Deep fry the shrimp in hot oil until golden and crispy; drain on paper towels.
- In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil; cook until slightly thickened.
- Toss the fried shrimp in the honey sauce, then top with glazed walnuts.
- Serve immediately garnished with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- Ensure oil is hot enough before frying to prevent sogginess.
- You can substitute walnuts with cashews or pecans.
- For an extra crispy coating, double fry the shrimp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Deep frying, stovetop sauce
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
- Diet: Gluten-free option available with gluten-free soy sauce
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 390 Kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 145mg