Keto Honey Walnut Shrimp (Copycat Recipe)

honey walnut shrimp made with broccoli served in an off white bowl

Keto Honey Walnut Shrimp (Copycat Recipe)

Honey Walnut Shrimp is one of my favorite takeout recipes, but It's loaded with sugar and extra calories. Let's make a lower-calorie version without all the sugar.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Asian Inspired

Keyword: shrimp

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 5

Servings:

Calories: 298kcal

Author: Culinary Lion

Ingredients

1 lb Shrimp 21/25 count size
2 cups Broccoli Florets Raw or Frozen
1/2 Cup Walnuts Halves or pieces
2 tbsp Brown Sugar Substitute
2 cups Avocado oil for frying
2 tsp Scallions Garnish

Sauce

Shrimp Breading

Instructions

In a small pan over medium heat, cook the walnuts with the brown sugar substitute until the sugar has melted and coated the walnuts. Pour the mixture onto a sheet of parchment paper and let it cool completely.
Prepare the sauce by whisking together the ingredients, then setting aside. Next, prepare the shrimp breading by adding all ingredients to a sealed bag and shaking it to combine.
Peel and divide the shrimp. Remove the tails and toss the shrimp in the bag to coat all of them with the breading.
Blanch the broccoli in boiling water for 90 seconds, then drain and fill with ice and water to stop cooking. set aside
Heat oil to 350 degrees F. Fry the shrimp for about 1-2 minutes until fully cooked. Drain off excess oil, then toss in a bowl with walnuts, broccoli, and sauce to combine. Garnish with scallions and serve.

Notes

You can also air fry the shrimp for 6-8 minutes at 375 degrees F. Spray shrimp with cooking spray before air frying.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Freezer for up to 90 days.
Reheat in a pan over low heat just until warm through string frequently.

Serve w/ Cauliflower Rice, sauteed Veggies, or Low carb pasta noodles

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