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Moo Shu Chicken: The Ultimate Guide to Authentic Chinese Flavor at Home

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Moo Shu Chicken is a savory, stir-fried classic that brings together tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, scrambled eggs, and hoisin sauce, all wrapped in soft Mandarin pancakes.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced

  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce

  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (plus more for serving)

  • 1 tsp sesame oil

  • 2 cups shredded Napa cabbage or green cabbage

  • ½ cup carrots, julienned

  • ½ cup mushrooms (shiitake or wood ear), sliced

  • 3 eggs, lightly beaten

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tbsp neutral oil (canola or peanut oil)

  • 8 Mandarin pancakes or flour tortillas

 

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a bowl, marinate sliced chicken with soy sauce, sesame oil, and a pinch of cornstarch for 10–15 minutes.

  • Wash and slice all vegetables thinly for quick stir-frying.

  • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok or large skillet. Add beaten eggs and scramble until just set, then remove and set aside.

  • Add remaining oil to the pan, stir-fry marinated chicken until fully cooked (about 5–6 minutes), then remove and set aside.

  • In the same pan, stir-fry garlic, cabbage, mushrooms, and carrots for 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp.

  • Return chicken and eggs to the pan. Add hoisin sauce, toss everything together, and stir-fry for another minute.

 

  • Warm Mandarin pancakes or tortillas. Spoon filling into each, add extra hoisin if desired, and roll to serve.

Notes

For a low-carb version, serve in lettuce wraps. Swap chicken for tofu or shrimp for variation. Make pancakes from scratch for an authentic experience.

  • Author: Ava
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Chinese-American