Vegetarian Egg Foo Young

Discover the vibrant flavors of Vegetarian Egg Foo Young, a delightful twist on a Chinese-American classic that’s quick, healthy, and loaded with fresh veggies. Packed with protein-rich eggs, crispy bean sprouts, earthy shiitake mushrooms, and a medley of colorful vegetables like carrots, red bell peppers, and green onions, this recipe is as nutritious as it is satisfying. Each golden pan-fried omelet is paired with a savory homemade soy-based sauce for the perfect balance of flavor and texture. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights, a hearty brunch, or even meal prep. Whether served as a light main course or an impressive side, Vegetarian Egg Foo Young is a versatile crowd-pleaser that brings restaurant-quality results to your own kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 3 stalks green onions
• 1 medium carrot
• 0.5 medium red bell pepper
• 1 cup shiitake mushrooms
• 2 cloves garlic
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon vinegar
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the vegetables: thinly slice the green onions and mushrooms, julienne the carrot, and dice the red bell pepper. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

In a large bowl, crack the eggs and beat them together with salt and black pepper until well mixed.

Step 3

Add the bean sprouts, sliced green onions, julienned carrot, diced red bell pepper, sliced mushrooms, and minced garlic to the beaten eggs. Stir to combine thoroughly.

Step 4

In a large frying pan or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Pour about a quarter cup of the egg and vegetable mixture into the hot pan, forming a small omelet. You may cook 2-3 at a time depending on the size of your pan.

Step 6

Cook each side for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the pan and place on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Repeat with the remaining mixture.

Step 7

For the sauce, mix soy sauce, water, sugar, vinegar, and cornstarch in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens.

Step 8

Serve the Egg Foo Young on a plate and drizzle with the savory sauce. Optionally, garnish with additional sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(972.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	828.6

Total Fat 55.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 1116mg	0%
Sodium 3399.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g	0%
Total Sugars 16.3g
Protein 48.7g	0%

Vitamin D 258.6IU	0%
Calcium 278.6mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 1365.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.8%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 17.0%