If you’ve ever had the pleasure of dining at PF Chang’s, you might have stumbled upon their exquisite “Shrimp and Melon” dish—a tantalizing combination of succulent shrimp and the refreshing sweetness of the melon; all brought together with a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate.
The bad news? They no longer have it on their menu. The good news? You don’t need to wait and hope they bring it back. I’m here to unveil the magic behind PF Chang’s Shrimp and Melon and bring it to your table. I recreated this dish with a healthy twist to be mouthwatering and sweet- but without deep frying the shrimp or adding sugar sweetener to the walnuts.
Let’s dive into the recipe and discover the joy of making restaurant-quality meals in the comfort of your home.
With just a handful of ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can impress your family and friends with a restaurant-quality dish without the hassle. It’s proof that gourmet dining can be accessible to anyone, even on the busiest of days.
Can I use a different type of melon if I don’t have cantaloupe on hand?
Absolutely! You can use cantaloupe; try some kiwi if you are adventurous enough!
Is there a way to make this recipe spicier if I prefer more heat?
Sure! Add hot sauce to the honey mustard or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Can I prepare the honey mustard sauce in advance and store it for future use?
You sure can! I would double the recipe for the honey mustard and save it for dip or dressing. It’s that good!
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Copycat PF Chang’s Shrimp and Melon Recipe
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
Indulge in the flavors from the comfort of your kitchen with this copycat of PF Chang’s Shrimp and Melon recipe. This delectable dish combines succulent shrimp with crisp, juicy melon, bathed in a savory honey mustard sauce. It’s a refreshing and savory fusion that’s quick to prepare and perfect for impressing your guests or savoring as a special treat.
Ingredients
1 lb shrimp, raw, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons shrimp seasoning blend
1 ripe honeydew melon
1 cup raw walnuts
2 tablespoons coconut oil
For the sauce:
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar
Salt to taste
Instructions
For the sauce:
In a small mixing bowl, add all of the ingredients and set aside.
Toast the walnuts by placing them in a dry skillet.
Heat to medium heat and cook until fragrant and toasted a light brown. Keep an eye on it so they don’t burn!
Remove from skillet and set aside.
Scoop the melon using a round tablespoon, spoon, or a melon baller. Set aside.
Pat dry the shrimp.
Add the shrimp seasoning to the shrimp.
In a wok, add the coconut oil.
Add the shrimp and cook until just pink.
Add the melon.
Add the walnuts.
Add the sauce.
Combine all of the ingredients until they are mixed.
Notes
If you don’t have any shrimp seasoning blend, you can use any seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
