Description
Discover the delightful flavors of Chinese-Style Egg Foo Young, a savory omelet that brings the essence of Asian cuisine right to your kitchen. This versatile dish is not only quick to prepare—taking just 35 minutes—but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Packed with fresh vegetables and protein, it makes for a nutritious option that can be enjoyed at any meal, be it breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The combination of textures and rich flavors will impress family and friends alike, making it a perfect choice for gatherings or weeknight dinners. Enjoy this delicious egg-based dish topped with flavorful gravy and garnished with fresh scallions for an irresistible experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup chopped green onions
- ½ cup cooked chicken (diced) or tofu
- ¼ cup sliced mushrooms (shiitake or white button)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon white pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Neutral oil for frying (canola or vegetable oil work best)
- 1½ cups chicken or vegetable broth (for gravy)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (for gravy)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (for gravy)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for gravy)
- Fresh chopped scallions (for garnish)
- Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Chili oil (for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop vegetables and protein.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, white pepper, salt, and flour; mix until smooth.
- Heat neutral oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour half of the egg mixture into the skillet.
- Add half of the bean sprouts, carrots, green onions, chicken (or alternative), and mushrooms to one side of the omelet.
- Cook until edges are set (about 2-3 minutes), then fold over and cook for another minute until golden brown. Remove and keep warm while repeating with remaining ingredients.
- For gravy, combine broth, soy sauce, sugar in a saucepan; simmer and thicken with cornstarch mixture.
- Serve egg foo young drizzled with gravy and garnished with scallions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 360mg