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Simple Chinese Egg Foo Young

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Quick and easy in 20 minutes! Crispy Chinese egg patties filled with shrimp, vegetables, and topped with a hearty gravy. A must-try takeout dish made straight from your kitchen.
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Mena
Updated on Wed, 12 Mar 2025 19:57:51 GMT
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Every Chinese home cook has their version of Egg Foo Young, but mastering these savory egg pancakes at home brings a special satisfaction. The combination of fluffy eggs, crisp vegetables, and umami-rich sauce creates a dish that rivals any restaurant version.

Key Ingredients

  • Farm-fresh eggs as the foundation
  • Crispy bean sprouts
  • Premium soy sauce
  • Fresh shiitake mushrooms
  • Sliced green onions
  • Choice of protein
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Mastering the Technique

Egg Mixture:
Beat eggs until completely smooth to ensure even cooking.
Vegetable Preparation:
Quick-fry vegetables to enhance their natural flavors.
Forming Pancakes:
Pour mixture carefully to form uniform circles that puff beautifully.
Perfect Timing:
Look for golden-brown color before flipping each pancake.

Perfecting the Balance

Success depends on achieving the ideal ratio between eggs and fillings. Each pancake should showcase tender eggs surrounding a generous amount of perfectly cooked vegetables and protein, creating satisfying bites throughout.

Sauce Fundamentals

The classic brown sauce requires careful attention to achieve the right consistency and depth of flavor. A proper sauce brings together savory and umami notes that complement the egg pancakes perfectly.

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Professional Insights

Watch for the telltale signs of proper cooking temperature.

Allow sufficient time for the eggs to set completely.

Consistent practice leads to consistently perfect results.

Egg Foo Young demonstrates how simple ingredients can transform into an impressive dish. Whether served for a family dinner or prepared for special occasions, these egg pancakes showcase the beauty of Chinese home cooking.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What other veggies can I use?
There’s lots to try! Include celery, cabbage, or shredded carrots for variety.
→ Can I swap out the shrimp?
Of course! Use chicken, tofu, pork, or even just add more veggies for a meat-free version.
→ Why does my mix feel too soupy?
You need more cooked vegetables than egg! Add extra stir-fried veggies to fix it up.
→ Can I make gravy from scratch?
Sure thing! Skip store-bought and make a quick brown sauce with beef broth and cornstarch.
→ What’s the secret to keeping them together?
Hot oil is key! Let them firm up underneath before flipping, and keep patties small for better control.

Egg Patties

Golden-crisp Chinese egg patties stuffed with shrimp, bean sprouts, and veggies. Covered in rich, tasty gravy—better and fresher than takeout!

Prep Time
5 Minutes
Cook Time
15 Minutes
Total Time
20 Minutes
By: Mena

Category: Breakfast & Brunch

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: Chinese

Yield: 4 Servings (4 patties)

Dietary: Low-Carb, Dairy-Free

Ingredients

→ Main Ingredients

01 1 cup fresh bean sprouts
02 ½ cup diced mushrooms
03 ½ cup finely chopped onion
04 ½ pound cooked shrimp, minced
05 4 whisked eggs

→ Sauce and Seasonings

06 1 teaspoon cornstarch
07 A generous amount of vegetable oil (for frying)
08 2 tablespoons soy sauce

→ For Serving

09 Store-bought beef gravy
10 Chopped green onions as a garnish

Instructions

Step 01

Heat some vegetable oil in a large pan, then cook the onions, mushrooms, and bean sprouts. At the end, add the shrimp.

Step 02

Mix in the soy sauce and cornstarch to ensure everything’s evenly coated.

Step 03

Combine the sautéed veggies and shrimp with the eggs in a mixing bowl. Stir gently. The mix should lean towards more veggies than eggs and not be overly liquidy.

Step 04

Add oil to a clean skillet, heat it, and scoop out ¼ of the mix to make a small pancake shape. Fry until one side is set enough to flip. Finish cooking the other side until firm.

Step 05

Let the patties drain on kitchen paper to remove excess oil. Serve with warm gravy on top and scatter green onions. You can also serve soy sauce on the side.

Notes

  1. You can tweak the egg-to-veggie ratio if the mixture feels too wet.
  2. A great recipe to put leftover protein or veggies to good use!

Tools You'll Need

  • A big skillet for cooking
  • A bowl for mixing everything
  • Paper towels to soak extra oil

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • This dish includes eggs.
  • Contains shrimp (shellfish).
  • Uses soy-based ingredients.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 232
  • Total Fat: 11 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 10 g
  • Protein: 24 g