Honey Walnut Shrimp

30 minutes
Crispy honey walnut shrimp is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Plump, juicy shrimp are coated in a light, crispy batter and glazed with a luscious honey sauce. Crunchy candied walnuts add texture and a nutty depth to each bite. This family-friendly dish is quick to prepare, bringing restaurant-quality flavor to your kitchen table in under 30 minutes. Plus, it’s dairy-free and gluten-free, making it an easy, nutrient-rich option for the follicular and luteal phases of your cycle, supporting energy, hormone balance, and overall well-being.

Ingredients Featured in Our Honey Walnut Shrimp

Close-up of crispy honey walnut shrimp on a plate
Crispy honey walnut shrimp, a flavorful blend of sweetness and crunch.

Recipe Overview

Craving a comforting yet energizing meal? This honey walnut shrimp combines succulent shrimp with crunchy walnuts, all coated in a silky honey glaze. Each bite offers tender seafood, nutty depth, and a touch of natural sweetness.

Versatile and quick, honey walnut shrimp works for a weeknight dinner or an impressive date night dish. Serve it over rice or quinoa to soak up the sauce, or pair it with a crisp salad for a lighter option. This recipe is a perfect protein add-on for simple sides, making it a go-to for busy days when you need a fast, nutritious meal that’s full of flavor.

About Our
Honey Walnut Shrimp

Whether you’re looking to boost your energy or soothe your system, this French-inspired creation delivers both taste and function. Warm, filling, and bursting with flavor, this soup is comfort food at its finest – and healthiest.

Honey walnut shrimp served with a light, crunchy coating and sweet glaze
Honey walnut shrimp served with a light, crunchy coating and a perfectly balanced glaze.

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The Honey Walnut Shrimp is a fantastic Cycle Hack™ for the follicular and luteal phases of the menstrual cycle. During these phases, your body benefits from foods that support energy levels, hormone balance, and overall well-being.

In the follicular phase, the shrimp provides a lean source of protein, which supports muscle growth and helps boost energy levels as your body prepares for ovulation. The dish’s healthy fats, including walnuts and avocado oil, are especially beneficial during the luteal phase, as they help maintain stable blood sugar levels and balance hormones, reducing PMS symptoms. Additionally, the magnesium from the walnuts promotes relaxation and eases bloating, making this meal a delicious and nourishing option during these phases.

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What You'll Need

Coconut Milk

Full-fat coconut milk enhances flavor and supports brain function and energy metabolism.

Egg

Eggs provide high-quality protein and essential nutrients that support brain health and hormone production.

Honey

A natural sweetener rich in antioxidants, honey supports immune function. It’s used in both the sauce and to candy the walnuts.

Mayonnaise

Avocado oil mayonnaise is preferred for this recipe, but you can also use regular mayonnaise if desired. Rich and creamy, it provides healthy fats and vitamin E.

Oil

Use a neutral oil like avocado or extra virgin olive oil for both the shrimp and walnuts in this recipe.

Salt And Pepper

Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper add essential seasoning and balance to the dish.

Shrimp

A lean protein rich in omega-3 fatty acids, shrimp supports hormone balance and thyroid function, promoting reproductive health.

Sriracha

Optional, but Sriracha adds a mild kick to balance the sweetness of the honey. It can also stimulate circulation and boost metabolism.

Tapioca Flour

This light, gluten-free flour gives the shrimp its crunchy coating and is easy to digest, supporting gut health.

Walnuts

Walnut halves are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants, supporting brain health and reducing inflammation. Avoid walnut pieces, which can burn easily when making the sauce.

Ingredients for honey walnut shrimp including shrimp, walnuts, and honey
Overhead view of fresh ingredients for making honey walnut shrimp.

How to Make
Honey Walnut Shrimp

Close-up of shrimp being coated in a light, crispy batter
Lightly coating shrimp in batter for crispy honey walnut shrimp.

Prepare the Ingredients

Peel and devein shrimp.
Measure out remaining ingredients as listed.

Make Sauce

Add all of the ingredients for the sauce to a small bowl. Whisk to combine and set aside in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Make Shrimp

Whisk the egg lightly in a large bowl. Add shrimp and stir to coat. Add flour, then stir to coat again. Note that the mixture will be sticky, and this is ok.
Add avocado oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place shrimp in the skillet in an even layer, cooking for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden brown and the shrimp is cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Make Honey Walnuts

Using the same skillet, heat up more avocado oil if none is leftover from cooking the shrimp. Once hot, add walnuts, honey, and a pinch of salt, cooking until the walnuts are coated in honey and the honey is bubbly. This will take about 5 minutes. Keep a close eye on the nuts to ensure that they do not burn.

Assemble

Add the shrimp back to the pan with the honey walnuts, tossing to coat the shrimp well in the sauce. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until the shrimp is warmed through.
Serve shrimp over rice with a drizzle of the sauce you made.

FAQs

How should I serve honey walnut shrimp?

Honey walnut shrimp can be served as an appetizer or over rice as a meal. You can also pair it with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables like broccoli or edamame.

Is honey walnut shrimp gluten free?

Since honey walnut shrimp is made with tapioca flour, this recipe is gluten free.

Still hungry?

By incorporating this Honey Walnut Shrimp into your diet, you’re choosing a meal that’s both delicious and promotes vibrant energy and hormonal balance.

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Crispy honey walnut shrimp glazed in a sweet sauce

Honey Walnut Shrimp

Crispy honey walnut shrimp is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Plump, juicy shrimp are coated in a light, crispy batter and glazed with a luscious honey sauce. Crunchy candied walnuts add texture and a nutty depth to each bite. This family-friendly dish is quick to prepare, bringing restaurant-quality flavor to your kitchen table in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4
Calories 670 kcal

Ingredients
  

Sauce

  • 1/2 cup avocado oil mayonnaise
  • 2 1/2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp coconut milk canned, full-fat
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 2 tsp sriracha optional

Shrimp

  • 1 lb raw shrimp large, peeled and deveined
  • 1 egg large
  • 1/2 cup tapioca flour
  • 3 tbsp avocado oil or another neutral oil
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Walnuts

  • 2 tsp avocado oil or another neutral oil
  • 2/3 cups walnuts
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 1 pinch sea salt

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients. Place in the refrigerator until ready to use.
    1/2 cup avocado oil mayonnaise, 2 1/2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp coconut milk, 1/2 tsp sea salt, 2 tsp sriracha
  • For the shrimp, whisk the egg in a large bowl. Add shrimp, stirring to coat. Add flour, salt and pepper to the bowl as well, tossing to coat the shrimp evenly. Note that the mixture will be very sticky and that's ok!
    1 lb raw shrimp, 1 egg, 1/2 cup tapioca flour, 1/2 tsp sea salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Heat 3 tbsp avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
    3 tbsp avocado oil
  • To make the walnuts, if there is no oil leftover from the shrimp, add 2 tsp avocado oil to the same skillet you cooked the shrimp in.
    2 tsp avocado oil
  • Once hot, add walnuts, honey and a pinch of salt, cooking over medium heat. Cook while stirring occasionally, until walnuts are coated in honey and the honey is bubbling. This will take about 3 to 5 minutes.
    2/3 cups walnuts, 3 tbsp honey, 1 pinch sea salt
  • Add shrimp back to the pan and toss to coat. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until it is all warmed through.
  • Serve shrimp with rice and a drizzle of sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 670kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 20gFat: 47gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 11gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 184mgSodium: 1464mgPotassium: 270mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 272IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 91mgIron: 2mg
Note: Nutrition facts are only estimates and actual amounts may vary.
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