Egg Foo Young

These savory Chinese egg pancakes are crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and packed with shrimp, vegetables, and incredible flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or impressive weekend brunch, this restaurant-style dish comes together in just 20 minutes with simple ingredients you likely have on hand.

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Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: Chinese

Keyword: Eggs

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 20

Servings:

Calories: 185kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

4 large eggs beaten
½ cup cooked shrimp chopped
½ cup yellow onion chopped
½ cup mushrooms chopped
1 cup bean sprouts
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon cornstarch
3-4 tablespoons vegetable oil for cooking
2 green onions chopped (for garnish)
Beef gravy for serving optional

Instructions

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onions and mushrooms for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add bean sprouts and cook for another 2 minutes. Stir in chopped shrimp.
Mix soy sauce and cornstarch in a small bowl, then add to the vegetable mixture. Cook for 1 minute and remove from heat.
In a large bowl, combine beaten eggs with the cooked vegetable and shrimp mixture.
Heat remaining oil in the same skillet over medium heat. Pour egg mixture in ¼ cup portions to form pancakes.
Cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and set on bottom, then flip carefully and cook another 2 minutes.
Transfer to paper towels to drain briefly, then serve immediately topped with gravy and green onions.

Notes

For extra crispy edges, use slightly more oil and ascertain the pan is properly heated before adding the egg mixture

Raw shrimp or minced pork can be added directly to the raw egg batter and will cook through during frying

Substitute protein with cooked chicken, beef, or pork as desired

Bean sprouts can be replaced with shredded cabbage or additional mushrooms

Make-ahead tip: Prepare the vegetable mixture in advance and store refrigerated for up to 2 days

Leftover pancakes reheat well in a toaster oven for 2-3 minutes to restore crispiness

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