Copycat Honey Walnut Shrimp Recipe Tastes Like Panda Express (25 Minutes) by Ann Marie G. Halstead

Love that honey walnut shrimp from Panda Express? These black pepper chicken, sweet fire chicken and orange chicken recipes are all delicious, and don't forget the chow mein noodles, but we think this honey walnut shrimp recipe is one of our favorites! The copycat recipe is one you need to try soon.

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This easy honey walnut shrimp recipe has crispy, juicy shrimp, candied walnuts and a sweet sauce. When you make it at home in about 25 minutes, it's fresh and steaming hot. 

Here is your shopping list for this easy, high-protein stir-fry recipe: granulated sugar, walnuts (check out the health benefits of walnuts), egg whites, cornstarch, fresh shrimp, cooking oil, honey, mayonnaise, sweetened condensed milk and ground paprika. Not a fan of walnuts? Use almonds or cashews. (Check out the health benefits of protein.)

Serve this delicious Asian-inspired shrimp recipe over rice for a quick and delicious dinner.

Cuisine: Asian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

Walnuts

• 1 cup water
• 2/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup walnut halves

Shrimp

• 4 egg whites
• 2/3 cup cornstarch
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• vegetable oil, for frying

Sauce

• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Here's how to make it: 

1. Combine the water, sugar and walnuts in a saucepot. Bring to a boil and cook about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove to a wire rack to cool and dry.
2. Combine the sauce ingredients in a bowl. Set aside. (If you like things saucy, you can double the sauce ingredients.)
3. Whisk the egg whites in a bowl until foamy. Add the cornstarch and whisk to combine and make a smooth batter. 
4. Heat about 1 inch of oil in a skillet to 350-degrees F. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Dip the shrimp into the batter and then carefully place in the hot oil. Fry the shrimp for about 4 to 5 minutes or until golden and crispy. Remove to a paper towel. Repeat with remaining shrimp.
5. Put the drained shrimp into the sauce and stir gently to coat. Serve the shrimp topped with the candied walnuts and garnish with green onions. Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat in the microwave.

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