Egg Foo Yung

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Silky, fluffy Chinese egg omelets with tender seafood in a savory brown sauce
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Egg Foo Yung is a beloved Chinese-American classic that feels like a warm hug in a bowl. These delicate, cloud-like egg omelets are packed with fresh crabmeat or shrimp, crisp bean sprouts, and fragrant green onions. The key is the contrast between the soft, silken eggs and the crunchy vegetables, all tied together with a rich, savory-sweet brown sauce. It’s a comforting dish thatâÂÂs surprisingly quick to prepare, making it perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or an impressive yet manageable meal for guests. Serve it over steamed rice for a complete, satisfying experience that captures the essence of home-style Chinese cooking.

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Egg Foo Yung

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 4.6

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Egg Foo Yung is a beloved Chinese-American classic that feels like a warm hug in a bowl. These delicate, cloud-like egg omelets are packed with fresh crabmeat or shrimp, crisp bean sprouts, and fragrant green onions. The key is the contrast between the soft, silken eggs and the crunchy vegetables, all tied together with a rich, savory-sweet brown sauce. It&# 226;ÂÂs a comforting dish thatâÂÂs surprisingly quick to prepare, making it perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or an impressive yet manageable meal for guests. Serve it over steamed rice for a complete, satisfying experience that captures the essence of home-style Chinese cooking.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Crack the eggs into a large bowl and whisk until smooth and slightly frothy.
  2. Season the egg mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Fold the cooked crabmeat or shrimp and minced green onions into the egg mixture.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add a generous amount of oil or butter.
  5. Once the oil is hot, pour in a portion of the egg mixture to form a round omelet shape.
  6. Sprinkle a handful of bean sprouts over the top of the cooking egg.
  7. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and the edges are set.
  8. Carefully slide the egg foo yung onto a serving plate, seam side down.
  9. Repeat the process with the remaining egg mixture to make more omelets.
  10. Serve immediately, optionally topped with a savory brown sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 4.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 292500.4mg12188%
Total Carbohydrate 1.1g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
Sugars 0.3g
Protein 0.2g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chinese, egg foo yung, omelet, seafood, crab, shrimp, bean sprouts, green onion, brown sauce, quick dinner, comfort food, asian cuisine, breakfast, dinner, easy recipe, fluffy eggs, soy sauce, wok, steamed rice
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