Description
Chinese-inspired vegetable egg foo young creates a delightful fusion of crispy pancakes filled with tender vegetables and fluffy eggs. Savory ingredients combine to deliver a satisfying meal that brings restaurant flavors directly to home kitchens with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup sliced mushrooms
- ½ cup green onions, chopped
- ½ cup bell peppers, finely chopped
- ½ cup shredded cabbage (optional)
- 3 tbsps soy sauce
- 2 tsps sesame oil
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground white pepper
- 2 tbsps vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsps water
- 1 tsp rice vinegar (optional)
Instructions
- Egg Mixture Preparation: Combine eggs with soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, and white pepper in a large mixing bowl, whisking vigorously until smooth and fully integrated.
- Vegetable Incorporation: Fold bean sprouts, carrots, mushrooms, green onions, bell peppers, and cabbage into the seasoned egg mixture, ensuring each vegetable is evenly distributed and coated.
- Skillet Preparation: Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, lightly greasing the surface with cooking oil to prevent sticking and promote even cooking.
- Patty Formation and Cooking: Carefully ladle the egg-vegetable mixture into the skillet, creating individual patties that allow the colorful vegetable medley to shine through. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the bottom develops a golden-brown crust, then skillfully flip to achieve an equally crisp exterior.
- Serving: Transfer the perfectly cooked Egg Foo Young patties to a serving plate, allowing any excess oil to drain. Optionally garnish with additional green onions for a fresh, vibrant touch.
Notes
- Optimize Vegetable Texture: Chop vegetables uniformly and pat them dry to prevent excess moisture, ensuring crispy and perfectly formed patties.
- Control Egg Ratio: Maintain a balanced egg-to-vegetable proportion to prevent patties from falling apart during cooking.
- Master Heat Management: Use medium-high heat and watch carefully to achieve golden-brown edges without burning, adjusting temperature as needed.
- Enhance Flavor Depth: Consider adding a splash of rice wine or a pinch of white pepper for an extra layer of authentic Chinese-style taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg