Crispy shrimp tossed in a sweet honey sauce and topped with candied walnuts for a quick, elegant dinner.

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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

1/2 cup cornstarch

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

2 large egg whites

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1/2 cup walnut halves

2 tablespoons sugar

1 teaspoon water

1/4 cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons honey

1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk

1 teaspoon lemon juice

Chopped green onions for garnish

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1. Prepare candied walnuts: combine sugar and water, stir until coated and golden. Cool.

2. Toss shrimp with egg whites; dredge in cornstarch mixture.

3. Heat oil; fry shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until golden. Drain.

4. Whisk mayonnaise, honey, sweetened condensed milk, and lemon juice to make sauce.

5. Toss shrimp in honey sauce.

6. Top with candied walnuts and green onions.

7. Serve immediately.

Substitute cashews for walnuts.

Bake shrimp for a lighter version.

Serve with rice or noodles.

Adjust honey for sweetness.

Make sauce a day ahead if desired.