How to Make Shrimp Egg Foo Young - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shrimp Egg Foo Young is a popular Chinese-American dish that is often found on the menu of Chinese restaurants across the United States. This delicious and savory dish features a light and fluffy egg omelette filled with plump shrimp and fresh vegetables, all smothered in a rich and flavorful gravy. It is a simple yet flavorful dish that is easy to make at home, making it a great option for a weeknight dinner or a special weekend meal.

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Ingredients

  • 8 ounces fresh bean sprouts
  • 1 cup cooked small shrimp
  • 4 eggs
  • ⅓ cup thinly sliced green onions
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 8 patties

  • Mix bean sprouts, shrimp, eggs, green onions, and garlic powder together in a large bowl until well combined.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add about 1/2 cup of egg mixture into the skillet to make a patty. Repeat to add more patties to the skillet. Working in batches, fry patties until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.
  • Meanwhile, make the sauce: Whisk chicken broth, cornstarch, sugar, vinegar, and soy sauce together in a saucepan over medium-low heat; simmer until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  • Spoon sauce over patties.
  • Nutrition

    227 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 248mg
    • Sodium: 598mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 54mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 252mg