This Honey Walnut Shrimp Panda Express copycat is so delicious! Crispy fried shrimp are tossed in a sweet and creamy sauce and topped with sugary candied walnuts. Serve over steamed rice and top with green onions, or your favorite sides.

Honey Walnut Shrimp is one of my favorite takeout dishes, and I have a sneaking suspicion that it’s the same for you. So, this Panda Express copycat recipe is for me, you, and everyone out there who loves a sweet and savory (and delicious!) meal.

This dish is one of my go-tos at Chinese restaurants and mall food courts, and I love that it’s simple enough to make at home. Cook the shrimp until golden (in a wok, deep fryer, or skillet) and toss with the signature sauce. The shrimp turns out so crispy, juicy and full of flavor, and this dish is irresistible!

Ingredients in Honey Walnut Shrimp Panda Express Recipe

This ingredient setup stays simple while still feeling indulgent.

How to Make Honey Walnut Shrimp Panda Express Recipe

This recipe flows smoothly with a little prep.

1. Candy the walnuts

Start by simmering walnuts in sugar and water until glossy and coated. Spread them out to cool so they harden and stay crunchy. This step gives the dish its signature texture.

2. Prep the shrimp

Peel and devein the shrimp, then pat them dry. Dry shrimp fry better and keep the coating crisp instead of soggy.

3. Make the batter

Whisk egg whites until slightly foamy, then stir in cornstarch. The batter should feel light and smooth so it clings gently to the shrimp.

4. Coat the shrimp

Dip each shrimp into the batter and shake off excess. Even coating keeps the fry consistent and golden.

5. Fry until crisp

Heat oil and fry shrimp in small batches. Cook until lightly golden and crisp, then drain on paper towels.

6. Mix the sauce

Stir mayonnaise, honey, sweetened condensed milk, and lemon juice until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.

7. Combine everything

Toss warm shrimp with the sauce gently so they stay crisp. Sprinkle candied walnuts over the top just before serving.

How to Serve Honey Walnut Shrimp Panda Express Recipe

Serve this shrimp fresh while the coating stays crisp. Steamed rice works perfectly since it soaks up extra sauce.

For balance, pair it with simple vegetables like sautéed green beans or broccoli. The freshness cuts through the richness nicely.

This dish shines best right after cooking, but leftovers still taste great when eaten cold or gently reheated.

Recipe Tips

Use large shrimp for best texture.
Fry in batches to avoid soggy coating.
Let walnuts cool fully for crunch.
Adjust honey for sweetness preference.
Toss shrimp with sauce just before serving.