This Egg Foo Young Recipe is Just like your favorite Chinese takeout dish but easily made at home!
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When we think about eggs, we often think of breakfast. Eggs and bacon is a Sunday staple in my home, too— but I also like to mix things up and serve eggsfor lunch and dinner. One of ourfavorite egg recipes is based on the popular Chinese takeout dish, Egg Foo Young.
Now, I can't claim this as an authentic Egg Foo Young recipe, but it does taste delicious! I love that you can swap in additional veggies and protein depending on what you have in your fridge or pantry.
For this particular Egg Foo Young recipe I used shrimp, but it can just as easily be made with pork, chicken, beef, tofu, or even all veggie!
Homemade Egg Foo Young
Egg Foo Young Ingredients:
- 4 eggs, beaten
- ½ pound cooked shrimp, chopped
- ½ cup onion, chopped
- ½ cup mushrooms, chopped
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- green onion, chopped (for garnish)
- Beef gravy
- Vegetable oil
How to Make Egg Foo Young:
1. In a large skillet or wok, saute onions, mushrooms, and bean sprouts in vegetable oil. Add shrimp.
2. Stir in cornstarch and soy sauce.
3. Add mixture to a bowl with 4 beaten eggs. Stir gently. The ratio should equal more veggies than eggs and should not be too runny. If it is, add additional sauteed vegetables or protein.
4. In a clean skillet, add enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom of the pan. Add ¼ Egg Foo Young mixture to the pan, formed into a pancake shape. Fry Egg Foo Young until the bottom is firm enough to flip.
5. Cook the other side until the egg is firm. Place on a paper towel to absorb oil until ready to serve.
6. Top with gravy and green onions. Serve with a side of soy sauce.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 eggs, beaten
- ½ pound cooked shrimp, chopped
- ½ cup onion, chopped
- ½ cup mushrooms, chopped
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- green onion, chopped (for garnish)
- Beef gravy, I used jarred
- Vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a large skillet, saute onions, mushrooms and bean sprouts in vegetable oil. Add shrimp.
- Stir in cornstarch and soy sauce.
- Add mixture to a bowl with 4 beaten eggs. Stir gently. The ratio should equal more veggies than eggs and should not be too runny. If it is, add additional sauteed vegetables or protein.
- In a clean skillet, add enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom of the pan. Add ¼ Egg Foo Young mixture to pan, formed into a pancake shape. Fry Egg Foo Young until the bottom is firm enough to flip.
- Cook theother side until egg is firm. Place on a paper towel to absorb oil until ready to serve.
- Top with gravy and green onions. Serve with a side of soy sauce.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1 grams
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 232Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 307mgSodium: 1377mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 1gSugar: 3gProtein: 24g
Just add a side dish of fried rice or noodles, and you have a fresh and delicious Chinese-inspired lunch or dinner entree for a fraction of takeout or delivery.
Egg Foo Young Gravy
To keep this Egg Foo Young recipe as easy as possible I did not include a recipe for homemade egg foo young gravy and instead add jarred beef gravy.
Personally, I don't use gravy on my egg foo young (takeout or otherwise) because I enjoy adding soy sauce-- but I know many of you enjoy egg foo young gravy, so I've decided to add a simple recipe. This is by no means authentic egg foo young gravy -- but it does the trick!
- 1 cup beef broth or chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Chinese Rice Wine or Dry Sherry
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tsp. granulated sugar
How to Make Egg Foo Young Gravy
1. Place all ingredients in a saucepan on medium-high heat, mix well and allow to boil until egg foo young gravy thickens, stirring constantly.
Is Egg Foo Young Keto?
The short answer is no due to the addition of cornstarch. You can make egg foo young keto-friendly by omitting the cornstarch-- but it won't be the same consistency as cornstarch is a thickening agent. If anything, the egg foo young will look more like an omelet. You will also have to skip the gravy to stay within keto guidelines.
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FAQs
It's served with a Chinese brown sauce which is a simple 4 ingredients sauce that takes just a few minutes to make. Make the Egg Foo Young gravy first: just soy sauce, Oyster sauce, Chinese cooking wine (Shaoxing wine) OR Mirin*, sesame oil, cornflour/cornstarch for thickening and pepper.
Is egg foo young a healthy Chinese dish? ›
Made with minimal oil, a serving of this egg foo young has 197 calories and is a good source of protein and potassium. The majority of egg foo young's calories are from protein and fat; however the saturated fat content in this dish is minimal. Of the 10 grams of fat, only 2 grams are from saturated fat.
How are you supposed to eat egg foo young? ›
The omelet itself is typically enjoyed using chopsticks or a fork, cut into bite-sized pieces. The sauce, often a savory mixture that includes ingredients like chicken broth, soy sauce, and sesame oil, should be drizzled over the omelet right before consumption to maintain its crisp exterior.
What to eat with egg foo young for dinner? ›
Serving Egg Foo Yung
You could probably eat Egg Foo Yung on its own but I cannot eat it without a rich Chinese gravy and white rice. The gravy is made from a mixture of chicken broth, oyster sauce and soy sauce that gets brought to a simmer and thickened with a cornstarch slurry.
What is Chinese secret sauce? ›
Lu sauce originally denoted salted water used as a marinade for meat that's boiled, then served cold, and for vegetables. Nowadays it's made out of a base of salty liquid, such as soy sauce, with sugar and a mix of spices. And it's not just a marinade — it's also used to finish the dish once it's cooked.
What is the brown sauce in Chinese food called? ›
Oyster sauce is commonly used in Chinese food and adds a savory, salty, umami flavor. Both can be found in most grocery stores. If you like, you can add grated or minced ginger or garlic. Serve your homemade brown sauce with a beef, chicken, or pork stir-fry or chow mein dish.
What is the healthiest Chinese food to eat? ›
Steamed Fish and Vegetables
Takeout menus tend to offer a mild-tasting variety of protein-rich white fish, such as sole, and it's paired with mixed vegetables. The veggies add fiber, a key nutrient for digestion and heart health. If you have the chance to choose or add Chinese eggplant as a veggie, go for it.
What is the least healthiest Chinese food? ›
Worst: General Tso's Chicken
One order clocks in at around 1,500 calories and 88 grams of fat, and it delivers more sodium than you should get in a day. Other fried dishes to watch out for: sesame, orange, and sweet and sour chicken.
How many days is egg foo young good for? ›
Make ahead: The foo young sauce can be made up to 2 weeks ahead and refrigerated in an airtight container. Reheat on the stove or in a microwave before serving. Storage: Egg foo young is best eaten fresh, but unsauced leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
What else is egg foo young called? ›
In Chinese Indonesian cuisine, it is known as fu yung hai, sometimes spelled as pu yung hai. The omelette is usually made from the mixture of vegetables such as carrots, bean sprouts, and cabbages, mixed with meats such as crab meat, shrimp, or minced chicken.
In Chinese culture the egg is very significant, valued for centuries as a food supplement—especially for children, pregnant women, and those who are ill.
Can you leave egg foo young out overnight? ›
Never leave cooked eggs or egg dishes out of the refrigerator for more than 2 hours or for more than 1 hour when temperatures are above 90° F.
What is inside oyster sauce? ›
Traditionally, oysters are slowly simmered in water until the liquid caramelizes into a viscous, dark black-brown sauce. But to speed up the process, some commercialized versions are instead made with oyster extracts, plus salt, sugar, corn starch and caramel coloring.
What's the difference between egg foo yung and omelette? ›
The most important difference between a regular egg omelette and authentic egg foo yung is the filling. There are countless variations you can embrace with the basic egg foo yung recipe, but the ingredients list will usually include an assortment of vegetables like onions, bean sprouts and mushrooms.
What does Cantonese style mean? ›
Also known as Yue cuisine, the origin of Cantonese cuisine comes from southeast China around Hong Kong. It's the most widely served Chinese cuisine globally, focusing on fresh vegetables and meat with sweet sauces.
What kind of sauce do Chinese restaurants use? ›
Soy sauce has been used in Chinese cooking for over 1,000 years. This classic dipping sauce is a staple in Chinese restaurants, as it is served with dim sum dishes and is used together with vinegar, ginger, and chili oil.
What is peking sauce in Chinese? ›
A rich savoury sauce with a hint of sweetness, blended with soybean paste, Chinese plums and sesame. This is a ready-to-use, rich tasting, brown sauce mix great for oriental wraps, meat stews; as a dressing for aromatic crispy duck, dips for spring rolls and other fusion food.
