Crispy Egg Foo Young (Printable)

Golden crispy omelet patties loaded with vegetables and your choice of protein, topped with savory brown gravy for a satisfying meal.

# 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 (optional)
15 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
16 - 2 tablespoons cold water
17 - 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
18 - 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper

# How To Make It:

01 - Whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and white pepper in a large bowl until smooth and well combined.
02 - Add the bean sprouts, carrots, green onions, mushrooms, bell pepper, and chosen protein to the egg mixture. Stir thoroughly to distribute ingredients evenly.
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 flattening to create even thickness. Fry 2–3 patties simultaneously depending on pan size.
05 - Fry each side for 2–3 minutes until golden brown and crispy edges form. Carefully flip and cook the opposite side until equally crisp. Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate. Repeat with remaining mixture, adding more oil as necessary.
06 - Combine chicken broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), sesame oil, and white pepper in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
07 - Whisk cornstarch with cold water in a small bowl to create a smooth slurry. Stir into the simmering sauce and continue cooking for 1–2 minutes until thickened and glossy.
08 - Plate the crispy patties hot and ladle the savory gravy generously over each portion. Garnish with additional sliced green onions if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The contrast between the crispy fried edges and tender egg inside is absolutely worth the effort
  • You can pack it with whatever vegetables and proteins you have in your fridge
  • That homemade gravy makes everything taste like you ordered from your favorite Chinese spot
02 -
  • Don't overcrowd the pan or your patties will steam instead of getting crispy
  • Let the oil come back to temperature between batches for consistent results
  • The gravy continues thickening as it sits, so pull it slightly earlier than you think
03 -
  • Use a ladle or measuring cup to portion equal-sized patties for even cooking
  • Pat your protein dry before adding it to the egg mixture so it doesn't make the batter too watery

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