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Chicken egg foo yung
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 137 kcal —
- Protein 13 g 26%
- Carbohydrate 4.5 g 2%
- Fat 7.4 g 9%
- Saturated fat 2 g 10%
- Fibre 0.3 g 1%
- Sugars 3.1 g —
- Sodium 401 mg 17%
- Cholesterol 207 mg 69%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 85 µg 9%
- Vitamin C 1.7 mg 2%
- Vitamin D 1.1 µg 6%
- Vitamin E 0.88 mg 6%
- Vitamin K 23.6 µg 20%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.05 mg 4%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.23 mg 18%
- Niacin (B3) 2.1 mg 13%
- Vitamin B6 0.1 mg 6%
- Folate (B9) 31 µg 8%
- Vitamin B12 0.47 µg 20%
- Choline 142 mg 26%
Minerals
- Calcium 34 mg 3%
- Iron 1.1 mg 6%
- Magnesium 15 mg 4%
- Phosphorus 149 mg 12%
- Potassium 172 mg 4%
- Zinc 1 mg 9%
- Copper 0.03 mg 3%
- Selenium 19.9 µg 36%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 137 | 13 g | 4.5 g | 7.4 g |
| 1 × 1 patty | 86 g | 118 | 11 g | 3.9 g | 6.3 g |
| 1 × 1 cup | 175 g | 240 | 22 g | 7.8 g | 13 g |
| 2 × 1 patty | 172 g | 236 | 22 g | 7.7 g | 13 g |
| ½ × 1 patty | 43 g | 59 | 5.5 g | 1.9 g | 3.2 g |
| 3 × 1 patty | 258 g | 353 | 33 g | 12 g | 19 g |
| 4 × 1 patty | 344 g | 471 | 44 g | 15 g | 25 g |
Similar foods
- Pork egg foo yung149 kcal / 100 g
- Egg foo yungNFS125 kcal / 100 g
- Beef egg foo yung147 kcal / 100 g
- Egg foo youngwith chicken, omelette, Chinese, takeaway187 kcal / 100 g
- Shrimp egg foo yung125 kcal / 100 g
- Orange chicken262 kcal / 100 g
- General Tso's chicken295 kcal / 100 g
- Chicken stir fry170 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Chicken egg foo yung
What is chicken egg foo yung?
It is a Chinese-American omelette-style dish: beaten eggs are cooked with chicken and often finely sliced vegetables, then served with a savoury brown sauce. The patties are usually fried until set and lightly browned.
How do you cook chicken egg foo yung at home?
Mix cooked, finely chopped chicken with beaten eggs, bean sprouts and sliced spring onion. Fry ladlefuls in a lightly oiled pan over medium heat for about 3–4 minutes per side, until the centres are fully set; serve with a soy-based gravy.
What sauce goes with chicken egg foo yung?
A glossy brown gravy made with stock, soy sauce and a little cornflour is the classic pairing. Pour it over the patties just before serving, or serve it alongside so they stay crisp at the edges.
Can you make chicken egg foo yung ahead and reheat it?
Refrigerate cooked patties in a covered container within two hours and use them within three to four days. Reheat until steaming hot throughout; warm the sauce separately and add it at the end.
How does chicken egg foo yung compare with shrimp egg foo yung?
Chicken egg foo yung has slightly more protein: 13 g per 100 g, compared with 11.7 g in the shrimp version. Shrimp egg foo yung has less fat, at 6.16 g per 100 g versus 7.4 g.
How does chicken egg foo yung compare with General Tso’s chicken?
Chicken egg foo yung has far less carbohydrate: 4.5 g per 100 g, compared with 23.1 g in General Tso’s chicken. General Tso’s chicken is also higher in energy, at 295 kcal per 100 g versus 137 kcal.
How much chicken egg foo yung is a typical serving?
One patty is a practical serving and weighs about 86 g. It provides 11 g of protein and 118 kcal.
Source: FNDDS (USDA) 32105210 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
