Make your favorite Panda Express Walnut Shrimp at home with this easy and budget-friendly dupe recipe from my Restaurant Remix series. Sweet, crispy, and ready in 30 minutes!
Craving Panda Express Honey Walnut Shrimp but don’t feel like leaving the house? My Restaurant Remix series is all about bringing your favorite takeout dishes into your own kitchen, and today we’re tackling a fan favorite. This dupe is sweet, crispy, and packed with flavor, giving you that perfect balance of crunch and creaminess without the takeout wait.
Why You’ll Love This Dupe
This dupe is sweet, crispy, and packed with flavor, giving you that perfect balance of crunch and creaminess without the takeout wait.
I remember my first bite– the crispy battered shrimp coated in a luscious honey sauce and topped with crunchy, candied walnuts. It was love at first taste! While takeout nights are fun, recreating this dish at home means I get to control the sweetness, crispiness, and even the portion size.
Pro Tips for making at home
- Fry shrimp in small batches to keep them crispy.
- Let the candied walnuts cool completely for maximum crunch.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey to the sauce.
The Secret to That Signature Flavor
The secret is in the sauce – a rich honey glaze balanced with mayo and condensed milk for creaminess, plus perfectly candied walnuts that add crunch.
This Panda Express Walnut Shrimp dupe will satisfy your sweet and savory cravings without leaving home. So grab your frying pan, and let’s make some crispy, sticky shrimp magic!
Panda Express Honey Walnut Shrimp
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound Large Raw Shrimp pealed and deveined
- 2/3 Cup Cornstarch
- 4 Egg Whites
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying, about 1/2 cup to shallow fry
Candied Walnuts
- 1 cup walnut halves
- 3 Tbsp Butter
- 1/3 Cup Water
- 1/3 Cup Brown Sugar
Honey Walnut Sauce:
- 1/4 Cup Mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp Honey
- 1 Tbsp Sweetened Condensed Milk
Instructions
- Candy the Walnuts: In a small pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add water and brown sugar, stirring until sugar dissolves. Add walnuts and cook for 2-3 minutes until coated and glossy. Spread on parchment paper to cool.
- Prepare the Batter: Whisk egg whites until frothy. Slowly add cornstarch to form a smooth batter.
- Fry the Shrimp: Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Dip each shrimp into the batter, coat evenly, and fry in batches until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, honey, and sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
- Combine Everything: Toss the fried shrimp in the honey sauce until coated. Top with candied walnuts and sliced scallions.
