Gluten Free Egg Foo Young | Gluten Free Recipes | Gluten Free Recipe Box (2024)

Posted on July 23, 2013January 21, 2022 by Gluten Free Recipes Admin

Egg foo young,also spelledegg foo yong,egg fu yung, egg fooyung,andegg furong, literally means “lots of eggs”. This gluten free egg foo youngis prepared with eggs, vegetables, and meat or shellfish, if desired. You can add your favorite vegetables or traditional bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, sliced cabbage, or mushrooms, to name a few ideas. Water chestnuts or bamboo shoots add a delightful texture.What makes it distinctly different from frattata (its Italian cousin) is the sauce it is served with.

Note:If you are sensitive to trace amounts of gluten, do not consume mushrooms. They are often grown on wheat though they usually test well below 20 parts per million.

In Chinese Indonesian cuisine it is served with sweet and sour sauce and peas. Otherwise it is served with a savory sauce containing soy sauce and rice wine or sherry. You will find a recipe for each below along with brands of ingredients for your convenience.

This gluten free egg foo young cooks in no time at all, making it an easy gluten free meal for busy weeknights or an impromptu brunch or lunch.

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Yield: Serves 1 - 2 with ample sauce.

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A classic gluten free egg foo young recipe made your way with your choice of sweet and sour sauce or a savory sauce.

Ingredients:

    For the Egg Foo Young:

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons Chinese rice cooking wine (or dry cooking sherry)
  • 3 Tablespoons neutral cooking oil, divided
  • 2 green onions
  • 1 Tablespoon minced water chestnuts
  • 1 cup diced chicken (or diced pork, ham or beef, or shrimp)
  • 1 cup vegetables of your choosing (peas, shredded napa cabbage (drained), bean sprouts, artichoke hearts, green beans, etc.)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons San-J gluten free tamari sauce (or gluten free soy sauce - Kikkoman brand)
  • For the Sweet and Sour Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 3 Tablespoons cornstarch (or potato starch)
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar)
  • 1 Tablespoon gluten free soy sauce (or tarmari sauce)
  • For the Optional Savory Sauce:

  • 3/4 cup gluten-free chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon gluten-free soy sauce (or tamari sauce)
  • 2 teaspoons Chinese rice wine (or dry sherry)
  • 1 Tablespoon gluten-free oyster sauce - Choy Sun, Panda Brand, PF Chang's brands (or try gluten-free hoisin sauce - Wok Mei brand)
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot chili oil* (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch (or potato starch)
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • For the Garnish:

  • 1 green onion, sliced, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

    To Make the Egg Foo Young:

  1. Whisk the eggs, salt, pepper and rice wine/sherry together in a medium-size bowl.
  2. Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat with about 2 teaspoons of cooking oil and quickly fry the green onion and bamboo shoots for about 1 - 2 minutes. Add the meat, vegetables and soy sauce, and fry for an additional minute. Remove the pan from the burner and set it aside to cool.
  3. Add the cooled above mixture to the egg mixture in step 1 and stir together.
  4. Heat 2 teaspoons of cooking oil in a 7-inch or medium-sized skillet and pour the egg/vegetable mixture into the pan. Cook until the eggs are set enough to turn over; turn over and cook until the omelette is fully set and golden brown. Add additional oil while flipping the omelette over, if needed.
  5. To Make the Sweet and Sour Sauce:

  6. In a small, cold saucepan, whisk together the brown sugar and cornstarch, breaking up and lumps of sugar.
  7. Add the pineapple juice, water, vinegar and soy/tamari sauce, and whisk together over medium heat. Cook until thickened. Water down as needed or make thicker with a slurry of additional starch and water.
  8. Serve the egg foo young over rice or alone, top with warm sauce, and garnish with sliced green onion..
  9. To Make the Optional Savory Sauce:

  10. Add the chicken broth, soy/tamari sauce, wine/sherry, osyter/hoison sauce, chili oil, and sugar to a small sauce pan. Bring this mixture to a boil and stir occasionally.
  11. In a small container, add the starch and water and whisk together or shake with a closed lid until combined. Add it to the boiling mixture and stir constantly until it thickens. Serve atop the egg foo young as a substitute for the sweet and sour sauce and garnish with sliced green onion.

Tips

*If you desire some heat and need a substitute for hot chili oil, add a bit of ginger or cayenne to either the savory sauce or the egg foo young. For the sweet and sour sauce add only ginger.

I cooked my rice in chicken broth for additional flavor.

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  1. Does this recipe freeze well? I try to make meals ahead of time and freeze them for lunches etc. and I miss my chinese food, this was a favorite.

    Reply
    1. Hi Nicole,

      Scrambled eggs usually tend to become rubbery when frozen, and especially when microwaved. I suggest to under-cook the eggs, allow the dish to cool completely, and freeze in individual size portions. Then defrost at room temperature. To prevent that rubbery texture, I prefer to steam them to reheat instead of using the microwave. Enjoy!

      Carla

      Reply
  2. Wow! Thank you, looks amazing, I am going to try it this week. Any ideas if I need/want to substitute something for the brown sugar in the sauce recipe? I am trying to cut way back on sugar. Do you think it would work/be as good without the brown sugar or say only 2 T instead of the 1/2 cup called for?

    Reply
    1. Jen,

      The brown sugar is just in the sauce. Without the sugar it wouldn’t be sweet and sour. You can always use agave since it is lower on the glycemic index. Other than that, I suggest using an entirely different sauce recipe or a new recipe. You may wish to make a sauce using gluten free chicken broth and soy sauce. Then thicken with it a slurry of water and cornstarch.

      Good luck,
      Carla

      Reply
    1. Hi Liz,

      As stated above, people are who are super-sensitive to gluten as in those who cannot tolerate any amount of cross-contamination (not the normal under 20 parts per million), should consider avoiding mushrooms. I do state above that they usually test at under 20 ppm.

      In addition, because one of my readers reacts to mushrooms, and was appalled that I did not have this warning on my recipes that contain mushrooms, I now add this warning.

      Carla

      Reply
  3. i am going to try this recipe thanks for posting it looks delish and you make it sound so easy to make

    Reply

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FAQs

Is Chinese egg foo young gluten-free? ›

Egg Foo Young (Paleo, Whole30, Keto)

It's perfect for gluten-free packed lunches!

Is mushroom foo yung gluten-free? ›

Stir together all of the Casserole ingredients and pour into a greased 9 x 13 casserole or a 10 x 10 baking dish. Bake at 350 F for 30 – 35 minutes until knife inserted comes out clean. To make the sauce, combine cornstarch with 1/2 cup of chicken broth and set aside.

How long will egg foo young last in the fridge? ›

Leftover egg foo young should be stored in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Is egg foo young healthy? ›

Is Egg Foo Young healthy? Egg Foo Young is one of the healthiest Chinese takeout meals if made at home! While restaurants tend to cook the omelettes in a LOT of oil, when made at home it's a low fat, high protein, low carb dinner option.

What Chinese food is typically gluten-free? ›

  • Chinese Dining: Gluten-Free.
  • Steamed Chicken/Shrimp or Seafood: Chicken, shrimp, or seafood usually steamed with.
  • Egg Drop Soup: Beaten eggs in boiled chicken broth with condiments (pepper, scallions)
  • Fried Rice: White rice, egg, scallions, carrots, and usually meat, pork, or tofu.

Can celiacs eat Chinese food? ›

Hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, soy sauce and wheat noodles all contain gluten and should be avoided. Noodles used in takeways such as egg noodles or ramen noodles contain wheat and are unsafe for coeliacs. Rice noodles are a safe alternative! Seitan is often used to make mock meat dishes, and it is not gluten free.

What sauce from the Chinese is gluten-free? ›

Unless you're absolutely certain you're being understood by the restaurant staff, avoid any brown sauces because they may include soy sauce. Instead, ask for a white sauce made with cornstarch. Many Asian restaurants will use gluten-free soy sauce to make your food if you request it.

What Chinese rice is gluten-free? ›

Even Asian or sticky rice, also called “glutinous rice,” is gluten-free, despite its name. In this case, the “glutinous” term refers to the sticky nature of the rice and not the gluten protein found in wheat, barley and rye.

Is Chinese fried rice usually gluten-free? ›

Yes, usually Chinese fried rice has gluten in it. The gluten is found in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and fish sauce. Traditional soy sauce is naturally gluten free since it is made from fermented soy. Cheap soy sauce is made from wheat.

What is the gravy for egg foo young made of? ›

Egg foo young can be served plain, but it's traditionally dressed with a thick, soy-sauce-based gravy. The gravy can be made with a variety of ingredients like chicken stock, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and a bit of sugar.

Is 6 day old Chinese food safe to eat? ›

Leftovers go bad after a while though, so it is important for them to know how long they have to safely dig in without having to worry about getting sick. What's the best Chinese restaurant in Rockford? Chinese leftovers should last between three to four days in the fridge, according to PreparedCooks.

Is egg foo young authentic Chinese? ›

While Egg Foo Yung was born in American Chinese restaurants in the mid-1800s, its inspiration likely comes from Shanghai cuisine. Fu Yung Egg Slices is an elaborate Shanghai recipe made with beaten egg whites and minced ham, possibly named for the lotus flower.

What is the healthiest thing to order at a Chinese restaurant? ›

Steamed Fish and Vegetables

Takeout menus tend to offer a mild-tasting variety of protein-rich white fish, such as sole, and pair it with mixed vegetables. The veggies add fiber, a key nutrient for digestion and heart health. If you have the chance to choose or add Chinese eggplant as a veggie, go for it.

What is the healthiest Chinese food? ›

Here are some tips for healthier Chinese takeout options: Steamed Dishes: Opt for steamed dishes instead of fried ones. Steamed dumplings, steamed vegetables, or steamed fish are generally healthier choices. Lean Protein: Choose dishes with lean protein sources, such as chicken, shrimp, or tofu.

What is Chinese egg foo young made of? ›

Literally meaning "Hibiscus egg", this dish is prepared with beaten eggs and most often made with various vegetables such as bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, sliced cabbage, spring onions, mushrooms, and water chestnuts.

Does Chinese soy sauce have gluten? ›

Chinese soy sauce is traditionally made with wheat, which makes it unsuitable for people with coeliac disease. If wheat flour has been used as an ingredient, this must be listed on the ingredients list. Gluten free versions are available in the 'Free From' section of most major supermarkets.

Is sesame sauce gluten-free? ›

Yes, sesame is gluten-free.

That being said, it's always a good idea to read the label to ensure no gluten ingredients have been added before enjoying!

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