Easy and Delicious Egg Foo Young Recipe
This easy and delicious Egg Foo Young recipe creates fluffy, savory Chinese-style omelets loaded with bean sprouts and green onions. Perfectly seasoned and pan-fried until golden brown, these egg patties make a wonderful main dish served with rice and classic egg foo young gravy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Egg Mixture
- 7 eggs
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
Vegetables
- 2 cups bean sprouts
- 1/2 cup green onion, chopped
For Cooking
- Oil for frying (about 4 tablespoons)
Instructions
- Prepare the egg mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the 7 eggs, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil (if using) until the ingredients are well combined.
- Add vegetables: Fold in 2 cups of bean sprouts and 1/2 cup chopped green onions into the egg mixture and mix gently until evenly distributed.
- Heat the pan: Place a large frying pan over medium heat and add about 4 tablespoons of oil, allowing it to warm up but not smoke.
- Fry the patties: Using a 1/3 cup measure, scoop portions of the egg mixture and carefully place them in the hot oil. Cook each side for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Flip carefully to avoid breaking.
- Repeat frying: Continue frying the remaining mixture in batches, adding more oil if necessary, until all Egg Foo Young patties are done.
- Serve: Plate the Egg Foo Young patties and serve hot with steamed rice and your favorite egg foo young sauce or gravy for a classic and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Use medium heat to ensure the patties cook through without burning.
- Sesame oil adds a lovely depth of flavor but can be omitted if preferred.
- Serve with traditional egg foo young sauce to enhance flavor.
- For a vegetarian version, ensure the soy sauce contains no fish products.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in a skillet for best texture.
Keywords: Egg Foo Young, Chinese Omelet, Bean Sprouts, Easy Asian Recipe, Fried Eggs, Egg Patties, Chinese-American Cuisine
