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Chinese Scrambled Eggs with Shrimp

Servings 2 people
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 oz shrimp washed and deveined
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil

Shrimp Seasoning

  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/8 white pepper powder
  • 1/2 tsp cornstarch

Egg Seasoning

  • 3 eggs
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/8 tsp white pepper powder
  • 1/2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tbsp water
  • 1 scallion chopped

Instructions

  • In a bowl, add the shrimp, salt, and white pepper. Mix together well. Toss in the cornstarch and mix again until fully coated.
  • Mix together 1/2 tsp cornstarch and 1/2 tbsp water to make a starch slurry.
  • Combine the eggs, salt, sugar, sesame oil, white pepper powder, starch slurry, and chopped scallions together in a bowl. Whisk until fully mixed.
  • In a wok or pan, add 1 tbsp oil over medium high heat. Place the shrimp in the pan and cook until they're about 80% cooked. Remove from the heat and transfer the shrimp into the egg mixture.
  • Wipe the wok or pan down clean. Heat the remaining tbsp of oil over medium-high heat.
  • When the wok starts smoking, add the egg and shrimp mixture and let this cook for about 30 seconds. The edges of the egg mixture should bubble and puff up.
  • Using a spatula, lift the cooked layer of eggs and fold it on top of the uncooked eggs. Continue to do this 3 to 4 times. Do not scramble or mix the eggs vigorously or else they will lose their silky texture.
  • Turn the heat off and continue to fold and layer the eggs until your desired doneness. Keep in mind that the residual heat will continue to cook the eggs.
  • Transfer to a plate and serve immediately.
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Cantonese, Chinese