HONEY WALNUT SHRIMP

Steps:

• 1. Coarsely chop the walnuts. Don't make the pieces too small.
• 2. Heat butter in a small saucepan on medium-low heat until melted.
• 3. Add the walnuts and stir until they are completely coated with butter.
• 4. Once they are coated, turn the heat up to high and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
• 5. Turn the heat back down to medium and sprinkle with the 2 T sugar while stirring to coat each walnut.
• 6. Cook for another 2 minutes stirring constantly. After 2 minutes, turn off the heat and set walnuts aside to cool.
• 7. In a large cup, mix together all the ingredients for the sauce. Set the mixture aside.
• 8. In a large bowl, mix together all the ingredients for the batter.
• 9. Once the batter is thoroughly mixed, add the shrimp and stir to coat each piece.
• 10. Leave the shrimp in the batter.until they are ready to go in the hot oil.
• 11. In a skillet, heat the oil on high
• 12. Once the oil is hot add the shrimp one at a time directly from the batter into the oil. Make sure to let the excess batter drip off before placing in the oil.
• 13. Cook 8-10 shrimp at a time so that the skillet is not crowded.
• 14. Cook the shrimp 2-3 minutes or until they are a light golden brown.
• 15. Remove them with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel lined plate to drain.
• 16. Continue cooking in batches until all the shrimp is cooked.
• 17. Once all the shrimp is done, place in a large bowl. Add the walnuts and sauce and toss to coat.
• 18. You can add 1/2 cup sweetened coconut flakes if you like. Just add to the bowl for the final step.