Crispy Egg Foo Young (Printable)
Fluffy omelet patties fried until golden and crisp, loaded with vegetables and your choice of protein, topped with homemade savory gravy.
# What you'll need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 cup bean sprouts
02 - 1/2 cup shredded carrots
03 - 1/2 cup sliced green onions
04 - 1/2 cup thinly sliced mushrooms
05 - 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
→ Protein
06 - 1 cup cooked chicken, shrimp, pork, or tofu, diced
→ Eggs
07 - 6 large eggs
08 - 2 tablespoons whole milk
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
→ Oil
11 - 1/3 cup vegetable oil for frying
→ Gravy
12 - 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
13 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
14 - 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
15 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
16 - 2 tablespoons cold water
17 - 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
18 - 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
# Directions:
01 - Whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and white pepper in a large bowl until smooth and fully incorporated.
02 - Add the bean sprouts, carrots, green onions, mushrooms, bell pepper, and diced protein to the egg mixture. Stir until evenly distributed.
03 - Heat 2-3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
04 - Scoop approximately 1/2 cup of the egg mixture into the hot pan for each patty. Gently flatten to create even, round portions. Cook 2-3 patties at a time depending on pan size.
05 - Cook each side for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy edges form. Carefully flip and cook the opposite side until set. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining mixture, adding more oil as needed.
06 - Combine the chicken broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
07 - Whisk the cornstarch with cold water in a small bowl until smooth to create a slurry. Stir this mixture into the simmering sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes until thickened and glossy.
08 - Plate the crispy Egg Foo Young patties hot, drizzling generously with the savory brown gravy. Garnish with additional sliced green onions if desired.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It comes together faster than delivery and you can customize the fillings based on whats in your fridge
- That restaurant quality gravy is shockingly simple and makes everything taste like a treat
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- Crowding the pan makes the patties soggy so cook in batches and keep them warm in a low oven
- The gravy must be bubbling hot before adding the cornstarch or it will not thicken properly
03 -
- A 1/3 cup measure makes perfectly portioned patties every time
- Leftover patties reheat beautifully in a hot skillet or air fryer to restore the crunch