Copycat Panda Express Honey Walnut Shrimp

Craving the sweet, creamy, and crunchy delight of Panda Express’ Honey Walnut Shrimp? Now you can make this restaurant favorite at home! This copycat recipe features crispy golden shrimp tossed in a luscious honey-mayo sauce and topped with glossy candied walnuts. It’s perfect for a special dinner or to impress your friends and family.

Ingredients

For the Candied Walnuts:

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

For the Shrimp:

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper (or black pepper)
• 1 large egg white
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• Vegetable oil, for frying

For the Honey Sauce:

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

Instructions

1. Candy the Walnuts

1. In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
2. Add the walnut halves and boil for 2 minutes.
3. Using a slotted spoon, remove the walnuts and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet to dry and cool.

2. Prepare the Shrimp

1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk the egg white until frothy. Add the shrimp and toss to coat.
3. Add the cornstarch to a shallow dish. Dredge each shrimp in the cornstarch, shaking off any excess.

3. Fry the Shrimp

1. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C).
2. Fry the shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Do not overcrowd the pan.
3. Remove the shrimp with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

4. Make the Honey Sauce

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, honey, sweetened condensed milk, and lemon juice until smooth.

5. Combine and Serve

1. Add the fried shrimp to the bowl with the honey sauce. Toss gently to coat.
2. Add the candied walnuts and toss lightly.
3. Serve immediately, garnished with extra walnuts if desired.

Enjoy your homemade Copycat Panda Express Honey Walnut Shrimp!

Ingredient Tip: If you need sweetened condensed milk, you can find it here on Amazon.