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Crispy, savory egg omelettes filled with tender shrimp and crunchy bean sprouts, all smothered in a rich, umami-packed brown gravy. A beloved Chinese-American restaurant classic you can easily make at home.
For 4 servings
Prepare the Gravy
Mix the Egg Foo Young Batter
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Crispy, savory egg omelettes filled with tender shrimp and crunchy bean sprouts, all smothered in a rich, umami-packed brown gravy. A beloved Chinese-American restaurant classic you can easily make at home.
This chinese_american recipe takes 40 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 372.98 calories per serving with 34.76g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Fry the Patties
Serve
Substitute the shrimp with an equal amount of finely diced char siu (Chinese BBQ pork), shredded chicken, or crumbled firm tofu for a vegetarian option.
Add other finely chopped vegetables like mushrooms, water chestnuts, or bamboo shoots to the egg mixture for extra texture and flavor.
For a richer gravy, use beef broth instead of chicken broth. You can also add a splash of Shaoxing wine for more depth.
With a combination of eggs and shrimp, this dish provides a significant amount of high-quality protein, which is essential for muscle repair, immune function, and overall body maintenance.
Eggs are a powerhouse of nutrients, including Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, selenium, and choline. Shrimp adds minerals like iodine and zinc, contributing to a well-rounded nutritional profile.
One serving, which includes two patties and gravy, contains approximately 370-420 calories. This can vary based on the amount of oil absorbed during frying and the specific ingredients used.
Egg Foo Young can be a part of a balanced diet. It is high in protein from the eggs and shrimp. However, it is shallow-fried, which adds fat and calories. To make it healthier, you can use less oil and load it with more vegetables.
Yes, absolutely. For a vegetarian version, omit the shrimp and use vegetable broth and a vegetarian oyster sauce (often made from mushrooms) in the gravy. You can add diced firm tofu, mushrooms, or other vegetables to the egg mixture.
Store leftover patties and gravy separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For best results, reheat the patties in an air fryer or a hot oven (400°F/200°C) for 5-7 minutes to restore their crispiness. Reheat the gravy gently in a saucepan on the stove.
Lumpy gravy is usually caused by adding the cornstarch slurry to liquid that is too hot or not whisking continuously. To prevent this, make sure to pour the slurry in a slow, steady stream while whisking the simmering broth constantly.