Really Crispy Egg Foo Young (Hong Kong Style Omelet) | Why It Works with Lucas Sin | Food52

EGG FOO YOUNG:
In this episode of Why It Works, Lucas Sin demonstrates Hong Kong Style techniques for making the perfect omelet using all of your takeout leftovers.

"The heart of egg foo young's appeal lies in its seemingly paradoxical simplicity and complexity. At its core, it is an omelet—comfortingly familiar to Western diners—but it quickly distinguishes itself through a confetti of finely-chopped ingredients; meats, vegetables, and seafood, each bringing a distinct texture and flavor. It's this symphony of tastes, encapsulated in a fluffy, egg-based envelope that makes egg foo young a culinary experience that bridges cultures and palates." - Lucas Sin

CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introduction
00:28 - What Is Egg Foo Young?
01:20 - The Prep
03:04 - Lucas Gives A Tip On Ordering Pork
06:20 - Brown Sauce
10:10 - Lucas Gives A Tip On Cornstarch Mixing
12:52 - The Omelette
12:53 - The Deep Fry
17:34 - Plating
18:31 - Tasting

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[disastrid]

I have never seen a TV or online chef who's more clear, credible and likeable than Lucas.

[liamohara]

Lucas is the best, you can really tell he is passionate about what he cooks and loves teaching the food science and history of dishes.

[TheGuardingDark]

I love how unrelentingly positive and nice the comments under a Lucas Sin video are. Everyone is so passionate about the content, and so respectful and enthusiastic of Lucas as a host and as a chef

[cpp]

Lucas is phenomenal! I learn so much not only about the specific dish he's making but the technique to getting there, as well. I love knowing the "why". Thank you.

[ObsidianRose]

Lucas can pack more info into a short video than any mainstream 30 min cooking show. So many useful tips and i love the backstory, and the explanation of _why_ something is done, not just the what!

[lcc]

if I can "like" this 10k times I would this is how much I love lucas

[natnutty]

Lucas scrapping clean the oyster sauce into the saucepan with the spatula really spoke to my asian self. no wastage!

[ElaineMaisner]

Lucas Sin, you are a terrific teacher & just plain terrific.

[Oh_that_mle]

Lucas Sin is why I follow Food52. Love his passion for sharing Chinese dishes, their origin, ways various regions cook the items. I’ve had egg too young once and it was nowhere near as tasty looking as this version he made.

[preetihothi]

Lucas is brilliant to watch. Amazing knowledge about food science, the history of the dish. We need more of him

[maggietopkis]

I wish I wish I wish you would consider teaching a live course. You are a STUNNINGLY good teacher.

[ladytaurus]

Egg Foo Young, is my go-to dish every time I go to a Chinese restaurant. A month ago I cooked egg foo young for the first time along with your egg roll recipe, everything turned out great. Thanks!

[peterpizzutelli]

Watched cooking shows my entire life. This guy is one of the best I’ve ever seen. He needs his own show

[rosehuynh]

Lucas is just so knowledgeable and passionate about food and cooking. Hope to see him more frequently on this channel. Love you Lucas!

[horstfilet]

I'm a simple man. I see Lucas, I click

[tigereye]

That is the best egg foo young as promised. I am inspired to make this dish, a knod to my family restaurant days. I appreciate the clarity, the thoughtfulness behind each step. The craggily bits! Love listening to Lucas. 🙏🤓

[RyanAggabao]

Egg Foo Yong is among my favorite dishes. Thanks for posting such a great instructional

[rageofsweets]

wake up babe there's a new lucas sin video

[ashleys]

I don't watch much Food52, but I see Lucas and I click.

[berniecelee]

Excellent tutorial!! The process fully explained..it’s why I treasure this guy ! I have seen other egg foo young videos but haven’t inspired me to cook it …this will be the recipe I make for lunch soon. So many tips and gems here to ensure I get 10/10 from my hubby. Sending this video to my children …great way to use leftovers !
Well done 👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Please bring more cooking videos . We love all that you create 💕💕💜