Clean Out the Fridge Egg Fu Yum
Transform your leftovers into a mouthwatering masterpiece with "Clean Out the Fridge Egg Fu Yum," a quick and versatile twist on classic egg foo young. This easy, 25-minute recipe is perfect for using up leftover vegetables and cooked proteins, blending them into fluffy, golden egg pancakes seasoned with soy sauce and sesame oil for an irresistible umami kick. With just a handful of pantry staples like eggs, flour, and cooking oil, you can whip up this budget-friendly dish that’s both satisfying and waste-conscious. Serve with a drizzle of rich gravy or soy-based sauce and a sprinkle of fresh green onion for a delicious, restaurant-quality meal straight from your fridge. Perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners, this customizable recipe will simplify mealtime while reducing food waste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups cookable leftover vegetables
- 1 cup cooked leftover protein
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 2 stalks green onions (optional, for garnish)
- 1 cup prepared gravy or soy-based sauce
Instructions
Crack the eggs into a large mixing bowl. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, and flour. Whisk together until fully combined and smooth.
Chop the leftover vegetables and protein into small bite-sized pieces if not already prepared.
Fold the vegetables and protein into the egg mixture, making sure they are evenly distributed.
Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Using a ladle or large spoon, scoop about 1/2 cup of the egg mixture into the skillet to form a pancake. Flatten it slightly with the back of the spoon.
Cook the pancake for 3-4 minutes on one side, until golden brown and set, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning.
Repeat with the remaining mixture, adding more oil to the skillet as needed.
Warm the prepared gravy or soy-based sauce in a small saucepan or microwave.
Serve the Egg Fu Yum pancakes hot, drizzled with gravy or sauce, and garnish with chopped green onions, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1636 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.6 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.3 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1318 mg | 439% | |
| Sodium | 3508 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.6 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 130.9 g | 262% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.2 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 463 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 2857 mg | 61% | |
*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.
