eggs fooyoung with shrimp

Oak Ridge, TN
Updated on Jan 9, 2011

There are many variations on eggs fooyoung, which is a rich omelet made with cooked vegetables, fish, and/or meat. I've had this recipe since I was first married. This recipe is diabetic friendly, being low in carbohydrates. You can make it lower in fat by reducing the oil by half, and using 1-1/2 cups Egg Beaters egg substitute for the 6 whole eggs.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 can bean sprouts *or*
  • 2 cups fresh bean sprouts
  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon fresh minced gingerroot
  • 6 - chopped green onions
  • 1 - stalk celery, thinly sliced
  • 2 cans tiny shrimp, well drained
  • 6 - well beaten eggs
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

How To Make eggs fooyoung with shrimp

  • Step 1
    Rinse and drain the bean sprouts. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a medium skillet and stir-fry the gingerroot, green onions, and celery until translucent and crisp. Stir in the shrimp and heat through. Remove from skillet to a bowl and stir in the bean sprouts. Wipe skillet clean.
  • Step 2
    Beat the eggs together with the salt and pepper, then combine the cooked bean sprout mixture with the eggs.
  • Step 3
    Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil in the skillet. Drop the egg mixture into the skillet to form small patties. Fry until golden brown on both sides, turning only once.
  • Step 4
    Serve with soy sauce, tamari, or oyster sauce, or your favorite Asian-style sauce.

Discover More

Category: Fish
Category: Seafood
Diet: Low Fat
Culture: Chinese
Method: Stove Top
Ingredient: Eggs

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