Chinese Tomato Egg Stir-Fry is a beloved classic in Chinese home cooking. This simple yet flavorful dish combines fluffy scrambled eggs with juicy tomatoes, creating a comforting and satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, it pairs wonderfully with steamed rice for a wholesome and quick dinner. Comes together in 10 minutes, and makes for a balanced meal with some steaming rice on the side.
Let’s dive into this recipe and bring some Chinese culinary magic to your table!
Preparation time – 10 minutes
Cook time – 10 minutes
Serves – 1
Ingredients
For the eggs:
- 2 eggs
- A pinch of salt
- A pinch of black pepper powder
- 1 tsp oil
For the stir-fry:
- 1 tsp oil
- 1 tsp finely chopped garlic
- 2 medium-sized tomatoes, sliced
- 1/4 cup hot water
- Salt to taste
- 2 tsp dark soy sauce
- 1/4 tsp black pepper powder
- Spring onion greens, chopped (for garnish)
Directions
- In a bowl, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt and black pepper until fluffy.
- Heat 1 tsp oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the beaten eggs and gently scramble them. Avoid overcooking to keep the eggs soft and tender. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, add another teaspoon of oil and heat it over medium flame.
- Add the finely chopped garlic and sauté for a few seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in the sliced tomatoes and cook until they soften.
- Sprinkle a pinch of salt and add 1/4 cup of hot water. Stir and let the tomatoes melt completely, creating a sauce-like consistency.
- Return the scrambled eggs to the skillet and mix them gently with the tomatoes.
- Add 2 tsp dark soy sauce and 1/4 tsp black pepper powder. Stir lightly to combine, ensuring the flavors meld together.
- Transfer the stir-fry to a serving dish and garnish with chopped spring onion greens.
- Serve immediately with steamed rice for a complete and delicious meal.
Pro Tip
For an extra layer of umami, consider adding a dash of sesame oil while mixing the eggs and tomatoes.
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