Crispy Shrimp Egg Foo Young: Quick & Healthy Dinner
This classic Egg Foo Young features fluffy, pan-fried egg patties generously filled with tender shrimp and crisp green onions. Each golden-brown patty is draped in a rich, savory brown gravy, offering a harmonious blend of textures and umami flavors. Garnished with fresh scallions and sesame seeds, this dish presents a comforting and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- Eggs, large
- Chopped cooked shrimp
- Bean sprouts, crisp fresh
- Sliced green onions, thinly sliced
- Soy sauce, good quality
- Sesame oil, aromatic
- White pepper
- Chicken broth
- Brown sugar
- Grated ginger, freshly grated
- Minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch, for egg mixture
- 2 tablespoons Cold water, for cornstarch slurry in egg mixture
- Vegetable oil, for pan-frying
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- **Prepare the Gravy:** In a small saucepan, combine chicken broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the simmering gravy until it thickens to your desired consistency. Remove from heat and set aside.
- **Prepare the Egg Mixture:** In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until well combined. Add the chopped cooked shrimp, bean sprouts, sliced green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. In a separate small bowl, dissolve 2 tablespoons of cornstarch in 2 tablespoons of water, then add this slurry to the egg mixture and mix thoroughly.
- **Cook the Patties:** Heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot (a drop of egg mixture should sizzle immediately), pour about 1/2 cup of the egg mixture into the skillet for each patty, forming a round shape. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
- **Fry the Patties:** Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the patties are golden brown and cooked through. The edges should be slightly crispy. Carefully remove the cooked patties from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- **Serve:** Place the cooked Egg Foo Young patties on individual serving plates. Spoon a generous amount of the warm savory gravy over each patty. Garnish with additional sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Notes
For extra crispy edges, ensure the oil is hot enough before adding the egg mixture and do not overcrowd the pan.
Feel free to customize the filling with other cooked vegetables like water chestnuts, mushrooms, or peas.
The gravy can be made ahead of time and gently reheated before serving. If it thickens too much, add a splash of broth or water.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 25g