Chicken Egg Foo Young

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Chicken Egg Foo Young is a delightful Chinese-American dish featuring fluffy egg pancakes filled with vegetables, chicken, and mushrooms, all topped with a savory sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.

Ingredients

  • For the Foo Young Pancakes:
    • 6 large eggs
    • 1/2 cup chicken broth
    • 2 ounces shiitake mushrooms, sliced into thin strips
    • 1/4 cup bean sprouts
    • 1/4 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
    • 1 stalk green onion, finely chopped
    • 2 ounces cooked chicken, finely chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • For the Foo Young Sauce:
    • 1 cup chicken broth
    • 2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
    • 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
    • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
    • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
    • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • For the Topping:
    • 1 green onion, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Foo Young Pancakes:
    • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and 1/2 cup chicken broth until well combined.
    • Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms, bean sprouts, red bell pepper, green onion, cooked chicken, and minced garlic to the egg mixture.
    • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, pour about 1/4 cup of the egg mixture into the skillet to form a pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Repeat with the remaining egg mixture, adding more oil as needed. Move the pancakes onto a serving dish and cover to keep them warm.
  2. Prepare the Foo Young Sauce:
    • In a small saucepan, combine the chicken broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and granulated sugar. Heat the mixture gently until it starts to simmer on medium heat.
    • Stir in the cornstarch mixture (cornstarch mixed with water) and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
    • Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the sesame oil.
  3. Assemble and Serve:
    • Place the cooked Foo Young pancakes on a serving platter.
    • Drizzle the hot Foo Young sauce over the pancakes.
    • Garnish with finely chopped green onion.

Conclusion

This Chicken Egg Foo Young recipe brings together the fluffy texture of egg pancakes with a savory sauce that enhances every bite. The combination of vegetables, chicken, and mushrooms creates a delicious and well-balanced meal that is perfect for any occasion. Enjoy this classic dish with a side of steamed rice or on its own for a satisfying culinary experience.