Copycat Panda Express Honey Walnut Shrimp Recipe - Crispy oven-baked shrimp tossed in a sweet, succulent sauce then tossed with candied walnuts. This is better than takeout and easy to make!
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Why you'll love this recipe
Baked Honey Walnut Shrimp is better than take-out and more affordable than going out!
I'm not kidding you here, this meal is fabulous! I'm so proud to be sharing it with you because you're going to be proud of yourself serving this for dinner!
Here's why -
- the shrimp is crunchy and tender with a sweet coating.
- it's easy to make!
- No deep fat frying or messy cleanup.
My shortcut uses storebought breaded frozen shrimp (I used SeaPak). It's a great shortcut that will save you a ton of time without compromising flavor!
This a great meal that everyone loves. This Panda Express Honey Walnut Shrimp Recipe uses an easy shortcut and is on the table in about 20 minutes!
Ingredients
For the exact measurements, please refer to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- frozen coconut shrimp - the freezer is the way to go here. No breading or deep frying needed!
- walnuts - preferably whole walnut pieces.
- honey & sweetened condensed milk - you'll only need a couple tablespoons.
- mayonnaise - helps make the sauce super creamy.
- garlic sauce - adds a little flavor and a hint of spice.
- sugar - for the candied walnuts.
- rice - for serving with the meal.
- green onions or cilantro - both are optional garnishes
Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!
- Preheat the oven. Meanwhile, bring the water and sugar to a boil.
- Add the walnuts, cook for two minutes.
- Remove, cool on parchment paper.
- Place the shrimp on baking sheet and bake according to package directions.
- Measure the ingredients for the sauce.
- Add the sauce ingredients to a bowl, whisk to combine.
- Remove the cooked shrimp and immediately toss it in the sauce along with the candied walnuts.
Tips
Got leftovers? Yay!! If you're wondering what the best way to reheat honey walnut shrimp is in the oven.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Bake on a baking sheet and reheat until crispy, about 15 minutes or so.
Watch for frozen shrimp to be on sale, buy and freeze so that way when you're in the mood for honey walnut shrimp you won't have to make a special trip!
FAQ's
Hong Kong perhaps, but most often enjoyed in the United States. This is a dish we see quite often here in California. Have you ever tried it?
It so delicious! Basically the seafood is breaded and fried (or in this case baked) and then dunked in in a sweet/spicy sauce. It's the best combination of crunchy/tangy and sweet!
Firecracker sauce is really similar using lemon in place of the mayonnaise and sweetened condensed milk. I definitely need to give it a try - it sounds a little light and the tang from the lemon really would give it a snap!
Putting the shrimp in a bowl and into the microwave will result in soggy shrimp. The best way to reheat this meal is by preheating the oven to 350 degrees. Add the shrimp to an oven proof dish for about 15 minutes.
Serving Suggestions
My recommendations for are steamed white or brown rice as a side dish. Mongolian Beef would be a nice spicy compliment to this sweet dish or maybe some yummy potstickers, or egg roll in bowl - both are savory and would a great combination for a meal.
Related Recipes
I'm a big fan of Asian food and have several great recipes on the blog!
- You know those fancy Poke bowls? Check this out for step by step directions on how to make Tuna Poke - so good!!!
- Korean BBQ Beef and Korean Beef and Broccoli, YUM!!
- Egg Roll in a Bowl serve with some Pot Stickers or Fried Rice. There is something for everyone!
Asian food is my favorite cuisine, if you're looking for a few more tasty meals, how about trying Sesame Noodles, Korean Style BBQ Beef Recipe, Teriyaki Noodle Recipe or Korean Black Bean Noodles recipes next?!! They are so delicious and great meals with authentic flavor!
👩🏫 What I've Learned
This is one of those meals when I first thought of the idea I was like hmmm.... how can I make this dish without all of the hassle?
No deep fat frying.
No breading.
No messy cleanup.
I used frozen Coconut Shrimp in this recipe. The coating is super crunchy, even after tossing in the sweet sauce. It's a great shortcut and makes prep and clean up so much easier!
It takes 20 minutes to make this meal which leaves you time to relax! That's why it is great to have a go-to meal in your pocket.
Panda Express Honey Walnut Shrimp is as delicious at home as when you go out to your favorite restaurant. It's so good that you'll never go out for it again!
Recipe
Easy Honey Walnut Shrimp Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 SeaPak® Jumbo Coconut Shrimp or use your favorite frozen breaded shrimp. I prefer the jumbo coconut shrimp
- Candied Walnuts
- ½ cup walnuts
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup sugar
- Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tbsp chili garlic sauce
- 2 green onions (optional garnish) slice the green onions on the bias, set aside for garnish.
- ¾ cup white rice (I used a quick cooking jasmine rice) cook according to package directions
Instructions
Step one
- Cook rice according to product directions.
- Preheat the oven according to package directions.
Step two
- While oven is preheating make the candied walnuts. Bring water and sugar to a boil. Boil for two minutes, stirring often.
- Add the walnuts and cook an additional two minutes. Remove from the boiling sugar with a slotted spoon and allow to cool on parchment paper.
Step three
- Cook the frozen shrimp according to product directions
- Make the sauce. Combine mayonnaise, honey, sweetened condensed milk and chili garlic sauce in a large bowl. Whisk together to combine.
- Remove the shrimp from the oven and immediately toss it and the walnuts in the sauce to coat. Spoon over rice, sprinkle with sliced green onions. Serve immediately.
Notes
Nutrition
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