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    Home » Recipes » Omelette » Egg Foo Young

    Egg Foo Young Recipe (Chinese Omelette)

    Published: June 7, 2022 by Sangeetha Vel | Updated: November 6, 2023 Leave a Comment

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    Whip up some excitement with Egg Foo Young, a vibrant Chinese-style omelet! Packed with colorful veggies and optional proteins like chicken or shrimp, it's not your average omelet. Each bite is enveloped in a glossy, savory brown gravy that elevates this dish from simple to extraordinary.

    Perfect for any meal, it's quick to make, customizable, and ready to serve in just 30 minutes. Whether you enjoy it with rice, as a stand-alone dish, or sliced up for a delightful appetizer, Egg Foo Young is a flavorful twist that’s sure to impress.

    Egg Foo Young served in a black plate with lemon and cabbage in a cup nearby
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    • Ingredients and Substitutions Overview
    • How to make Egg Foo Young?
    • Egg Foo Young (Chinese Omelette)
    • Recipe Video
    • Chef's Notes and Tips
    • Nutrition Info
    • Storage Suggestions
    • Serving Suggestions

    Legend has it that Chinese-American chefs are the brains behind this genius dish, which has been served up under many aliases—egg fooyung, egg foo yong, or egg fu young. No matter the name, it's the taste that has people coming back for more.

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    Ingredients and Substitutions Overview

    To make Egg Foo Young, gather these basic ingredients below from your nearest Asian grocery store:

    For Gravy:

    Egg Foo Young gravy ingredients placed on a table
    • Cornstarch: The cornerstone for achieving that impeccably thick and smooth gravy.
    • Soy and Oyster Sauces: These sauces are the heart of the dish, delivering deep, authentic Chinese flavors.
    • Water or Broth: Opt for broth over water to infuse your gravy with an added dimension of taste.
    • Shaoxing Wine: This Chinese cooking wine offers a subtle yet complex flavor foundation.
    • Sesame Oil: Just a drizzle adds a distinctive, earthy aroma to your dish.
    • White Pepper: A pinch brings a mild heat, with black pepper available as a bolder alternative.

    For Egg Foo Young:

    Egg Foo Young Ingredients placed on a table
    • Egg: Choose any eggs you have on hand, white or brown, as your base.
    • Fillings: Customize with a variety of veggies and proteins such as chicken, shrimp, or pork to suit your taste.
    • Sauces: A trio of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and Shaoxing wine ensures an authentic flavor experience.
    • Seasonings: Simple yet essential, salt, pepper powder, and garlic powder round out the flavors.

    How to make Egg Foo Young?

    Follow the steps below, with detailed photos and a supportive video for each stage: Marinating, Gravy Preparation, Cooking the Fillings, and finally, Crafting the Egg Foo Young itself.

    Egg Foo Young served in a black plate with lemon and cabbage in a cup nearby

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    Egg Foo Young served in a black plate with lemon and cabbage in a cup nearby

    Egg Foo Young (Chinese Omelette)

    Dive into the savory world of Egg Foo Young, a Chinese omelet brimming with veggies, your choice of chicken or shrimp, and smothered in a rich brown gravy. Perfect as a hearty main with rice or a tantalizing appetizer with gravy for dipping.
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    Author: Sangeetha Vel
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    Course: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
    Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
    Diet: Halal
    Prep: 10 minutes mins
    Cook: 20 minutes mins
    Adjust 5 Omelettes

    Ingredients
     
     

    To Marinate Chicken

    • 3 tbsp Chicken, minced
    • ½ tsp Garlic Powder
    • ¼ tsp Pepper Powder
    • ½ tsp Brown Sugar
    • 1 tsp Soy Sauce
    • 1 tsp Oyster Sauce

    To Marinate Shrimp

    • 5 Shrimp, cleaned and cut
    • ½ tsp Salt
    • ¼ tsp Pepper Powder

    For Gravy

    • 2 tbsp Cornstarch
    • 1 cup Water , or Chicken Broth
    • 1 tsp Soy Sauce
    • 1 tsp Shaoxing Wine
    • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
    • 1 tsp Oyster Sauce

    Other Ingredients

    • 1 tsp Oil
    • 2 tbsp Garlic, minced
    • 5 Egg
    • ¼ tsp Pepper Powder
    • Salt, As needed
    • 2 tbsp Onion
    • 2 tbsp Cabbage
    • 2 tbsp Carrot
    • 2 tbsp Bean Sprouts
    • Green Onions, to garnish
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    Instructions
     

    Marinating

    • In a bowl, combine the minced chicken with garlic powder, pepper powder, brown sugar, soy sauce, and oyster sauce
      Minced Chicken with seasoning in a bowl
    • Mix thoroughly to marinate ensuring the chicken is well-coated with the seasoning.
      Marinated Chicken in a glass bowl
    • In a separate bowl, toss with salt and pepper powder, mix well, and set it aside for later use.
      Shrimp with seasoning in a bowl

    Gravy Preparation

    • Combine cornstarch, water, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, oyster sauce, and sesame oil in a bowl.
      Cornstarch gravy mixture in a bowl
    • Whisk the mixture smoothly to prevent any lumps.
      Whisked Cornstarch mixture in a bowl
    • In a pan over medium heat, cook the mixture, stirring continuously, until it thickens to your liking.
      Cornstarch gravy mixture in a pan
    • Once thickened, take the gravy off the heat and set aside for later. If it thickens upon cooling, gently reheat it before serving to restore its pourable consistency.
      Thick gravy for egg foo young in a pan

    Cooking the Fillings

    • Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
      Sauteing garlic in a pan
    • Stir in the marinated chicken and cook until it's no longer pink.
      Stir frying chicken
    • Add the marinated shrimp, cooking until they're just pink. Set aside the prepared fillings for later.
      Stir frying shrimp

    Making Egg Foo Young

    • Beat eggs in a bowl with pepper and salt.
      Beaten eggs in a bowl
    • Mix in onions, cabbage, carrots, bean sprouts, and the pre-cooked chicken and shrimp.
      Egg with veggies and fillings
    • Heat oil in a pan, pour in the egg mixture, and cook until the edges set, shaping into pancakes if desired.
      Egg mixture cooking in a pan
    • Flip the omelet and cook for another minute, then remove from heat.
      Cooking egg on the other side in a pan
    • Serve the omelet topped with bean sprouts, warmed gravy, and a sprinkle of spring onions.
      Serving gravy over Egg Foo Young

    To Serve

    • Enjoy the rich taste of Egg Foo Young over steamy white rice for a fulfilling main dish, or dip it in its savory gravy for a tempting appetizer.
      Egg Foo Young served in a plate with bean sprouts

    Recipe Video

    Chef's Notes and Tips

    • Pan Fry or Oil Fry: The restaurant-style Egg Foo Young is usually deep-fried in oil, but the recipe shared here is a homestyle pan-fried version. But you can always feel free to deep fry the omelet as well
    • Fillings: This Chinese Omelette is a super customizable dish and you can use pork, shrimp, chicken, veggies, or other seafood options that are handy for you
    • Gravy: Even though gravy is served in most Chinese restaurants, you could also make this omelet without the gravy and enjoy them like a regular omelet
    • Chicken-Only Tip: Boost your Chicken Egg Foo Young by marinating and pan-frying 5 tablespoons of chicken. Skip the shrimp and feel free to use small chicken chunks instead of ground meat. Continue with the recipe as is.
    • Shrimp-Only Tip: For a shrimp-centric dish, bypass the chicken. Use 10 large or jumbo shrimp, or ¾ cup of baby shrimp for 5 eggs. Marinate, stir-fry with ginger and garlic until pink, then follow the remaining recipe steps.

    Nutrition Info

    Serving: 1omelette | Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 172mg | Sodium: 510mg | Potassium: 144mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1379IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg

    Disclaimer: We’re not nutrition experts. Nutritional info is estimated and should be used as a guide. For precise details, consult a professional.

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    Storage Suggestions

    Egg Foo Young is most delightful served warm. Aim to prepare it fresh. If you have leftovers, the gravy may thicken—reheat gently to return it to a pourable consistency before serving.

    Serving Suggestions

    Enjoy your Egg Foo Young alongside hot white rice or fried rice for a satisfying meal. Alternatively, use the rich gravy as a dipping sauce to turn the omelet into a delightful appetizer.

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