Egg Foo Yung Recipe

Name: Egg Foo Yung
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup (225 ml) cooked ham or pork; 1/2 cup (125 ml) chopped onion; 1 cup (225 ml) drained, canned bean sprouts; 4 tbsp (60 ml) chopped green onion tops; 1 tbsp (15 ml) soy sauce; 1 tsp (5 ml) salt; 3 eggs; Oil for DEEP frying; 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) chicken stock; 1 tsp (5 ml) molasses; 1 tsp (5 ml) soy sauce; 1 tsp (5 ml) cornstarch; 2 tbsp (30 ml) cold water

Servings: persons

1 cup (225 ml) cooked ham or pork
1/2 cup (125 ml) chopped onion
1 cup (225 ml) drained, canned bean sprouts
4 tbsp (60 ml) chopped green onion tops
1 tbsp (15 ml) soy sauce
1 tsp (5 ml) salt
3 eggs
Oil for DEEP frying
1-1/2 cups (350 ml) chicken stock
1 tsp (5 ml) molasses
1 tsp (5 ml) soy sauce
1 tsp (5 ml) cornstarch
2 tbsp (30 ml) cold water

1
Put meat, onion, sprouts, green onion tops, soy sauce, and salt in a bowl; mix well.
2
Stir the eggs lightly into the mixture.
3
Use a deep-bowl ladle to spoon out the mixture and lower gently into hot oil.
4
Let them fry until they rise to the top; turn each to brown the other side.
5
Lift out with large slotted spoon.
6
Cover with a little sauce.
7
Heat stock with molasses and soy sauce.
8
Combine corn starch with water; stir until smooth.
9
Let come to a boiling and cook until thickened.

319

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup (225 ml) cooked ham or pork, 1/2 cup (125 ml) chopped onion, 1 cup (225 ml) drained, canned bean sprouts, 4 tbsp (60 ml) chopped green onion tops, and more.

Yes, Egg Foo Yung falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Egg Foo Yung

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Variations & substitutions

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