Crispy Egg Foo Young (Printable)

Golden vegetable and egg patties fried until crispy, topped with rich brown gravy for a comforting Chinese-American classic.

# 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

# Steps:

01 - Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and white pepper in a large bowl until completely smooth and well combined.
02 - Add bean sprouts, carrots, green onions, mushrooms, bell pepper, and diced protein to the egg mixture. Stir thoroughly to distribute ingredients evenly.
03 - Heat 2 to 3 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
04 - Scoop approximately 1/2 cup of egg mixture into the hot pan for each patty. Gently flatten to create even thickness. Fry 2 to 3 patties at a time depending on pan size.
05 - Cook each side for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown and crispy edges form. Carefully flip and cook the opposite side. Transfer to paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining mixture, adding more oil as needed.
06 - Combine chicken broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
07 - Mix cornstarch with cold water in a small bowl to create a smooth slurry. Stir into the simmering sauce and continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes until gravy thickens to desired consistency.
08 - Arrange crispy patties on serving plates and drizzle generously with hot gravy. Garnish with additional sliced green onions if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The contrast between the crispy, golden exterior and tender, vegetable-packed center is absolutely addictive
  • That savory brown gravy transforms everything it touches, making every bite feel like a warm hug
02 -
  • Do not overcrowd the pan or your patties will steam instead of fry, losing that coveted crispiness
  • The gravy must be hot when served or it will lose its silky texture immediately
03 -
  • Use a well-seasoned wok or nonstick skillet to ensure the patties release cleanly
  • Let the gravy simmer for the full minute after adding cornstarch to eliminate any raw starch taste

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