Shrimp with Egg Sauce

Shrimp with Egg Sauce is a classic Chinese stir-fry dish featuring tender shrimp coated in a savory, slightly sweet sauce thickened with eggs. It typically combines shrimp, eggs, and a sauce made from soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, and sometimes tomato or ketchup, and is popular in both home cooking and restaurants across China.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein from the shrimp and eggs, with moderate fat from the cooking oil and eggs, and relatively low in carbohydrates unless served with rice. A typical serving provides a good source of selenium, vitamin B12, and choline, with a rough calorie estimate of 250-350 kcal per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	300 kcal
Protein	25 g
Carbs	10 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	600 mg
Selenium	45 mcg
Vitamin B12	2.5 mcg
Choline	120 mg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Vitamin D	1.5 mcg
Zinc	2.5 mg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Iron	2 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The dish showcases the Chinese culinary principle of 'color, aroma, and taste,' with the golden egg sauce visually appealing and the combination of savory and slightly sweet flavors creating a comforting, home-style meal. Nutritionally, it offers a balanced mix of high-quality protein and essential nutrients from both seafood and eggs.