Shrimp Egg Foo Young
"Can be made with meat instead of shrimp. Best served with soy sauce."
Original is 4 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (542.6 g)
- Calories 669.1
- Total Fat - 41.5 g
- Saturated Fat - 12.6 g
- Cholesterol - 1502.4 mg
- Sodium - 1821.7 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 6.5 g
- Dietary Fiber - 1 g
- Sugars - 3.3 g
- Protein - 63.1 g
- Calcium - 281.6 mg
- Iron - 7 mg
- Vitamin C - 5.4 mg
- Thiamin - 0.2 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Combine the eggs, salt and pepper and have them ready to mix with the other ingredients.
Step 2
Heat small amount of oil in skillet and stir-fry the ginger root, onions, celery, and shrimp until translucent and crisp.
Step 3
Add the egg mixture.
Step 4
Heat the additional tablespoon of oil in another small skillet.
Step 5
Drop the mixture into it to form small omelets, golden brown on both sides.
Step 6
Serve with soy sauce.
Tips
- Serve with soy sauce.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Be sure to use fresh, clean bean sprouts for this recipe.
- Adjust the amount of ginger root, onions, celery, and shrimp to your preference.
- Substitute the shrimp for diced cooked chicken or turkey for a leaner protein option. The benefit of this substitution is that it will provide a healthier option without sacrificing flavor.
- Substitute the bean sprouts for diced bell peppers for an added crunch and a pop of color. The benefit of this substitution is that it will add more nutrients and flavor to the dish.
Vegetarian Egg Foo Young Substitute the shrimp with a combination of diced mushrooms, bell peppers, and carrots. Cook until vegetables become tender. Add the egg mixture and proceed with the recipe as usual.
Vegetable Fried Rice: Vegetable fried rice is a great accompaniment to Shrimp Egg Foo Young. It's a simple dish to make and it's packed with flavor and nutrition from the vegetables. The combination of the two dishes makes for a delicious and balanced meal.
Moo Shu Pork: Moo Shu Pork is a classic Chinese dish that pairs perfectly with Vegetable Fried Rice. It's a savory stir-fry dish made with pork, mushrooms, cabbage, and other vegetables. The combination of the two dishes creates a flavorful and balanced meal that is sure to please everyone at the table.
FAQ
Q: How do I make the omelets?
A: Heat the additional tablespoon of oil in another small skillet. Drop the mixture into it to form small omelets, golden brown on both sides.
Q: What ingredients do I need for omelets?
A: You will need eggs, milk, salt, pepper, butter, and an additional tablespoon of oil. You may also add other ingredients such as cheese, vegetables, or herbs.
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Fun facts:
Egg Foo Young is a traditional Chinese dish that is believed to have been invented in the mid-1800s during the Qing Dynasty.
The famous American actor and comedian Jack Black is a known fan of Shrimp Egg Foo Young and has even featured it in some of his films.