Easy Honey Walnut Shrimp Recipe (2024)

If you're a fan of Panda Express Honey Walnut Shrimp Recipe - Crispy oven-baked succulent shrimp tossed in a creamy sweet sauce, then tossed with candied walnuts. It's the perfect balance of sweet and crunchy!

Just like the top secret recipe of your favorite restaurant version, this has all the flavor, plus it's easy to make!

Enjoy this recipe with unstuffed egg roll in a bowl, what a great combination!

Why you'll love this recipe

Baked Honey Walnut Shrimp is better than the Panda Express versionandmore affordable than going out to your favorite Chinese restaurants!

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 yourselfservingthis for dinner!

Here's why -

• the shrimp is crunchy and tender with a sweet coating.
• it's easy to make!
• No egg whites, tempura batter, deep fat frying or messy cleanup!

This copycat recipe uses store bought breaded frozen shrimp (I used SeaPak). It's a great shortcut that will save you a ton of time without compromising flavor!

Just like your favorite Chinese restaurant, you'll love this Copycat Panda Express Honey Walnut Shrimp Recipe! Using an easy shortcut puts it 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! Choose large shrimp when possible. I like coconut shrimp because I like the crispy coating.
• walnuts - preferably whole or half walnut pieces.
• honey and sweetened condensed milk - for the sweet honey sauce.
• 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 this delicious recipe. For complete directions, scroll down to the bottom!

1. Preheat the oven.
2. First, make the sugared walnuts. Start by bringing the water and sugar to a boil.
3. Add the walnuts to the sugar syrup, cook for two minutes.
4. Remove, cool on parchment paper or a paper towel.
5. Place the shrimp on baking sheet and bake according to package directions.
6. Measure the ingredients for the sauce.
7. Add the sauce ingredients to a medium bowl, whisk to combine.
8. Remove the cooked golden brown shrimp, immediately toss the oven fried shrimp in the creamy honey sauce, and top with the honey walnuts.

Equipment

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• Sheet Pans - I prefer aluminum sheet pans (not non-stick) and they come in several different sizes.
• This metal spatula is great. The handle isn't wooden so it can go right into the dishwasher.
• You'll need a small saucepan as well. This one is great because the lid actually includes a strainer.

FAQ's

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!

Serving Suggestions

My recommendations for are steamed white or brown rice as a side dish.

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• Fried Rice is always a terrific edition to your meal.

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 fatfrying.

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 20minutes to make this meal which leaves you timeto 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!

First Published: February 28, 2017Last Updated: May 4, 2022 to improve reader experience.

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