
Chinese Tomato Egg
Classic Chinese home-style stir-fry with silky scrambled eggs and sweet-tangy tomatoes. This beloved comfort dish (番茄炒蛋) is simple, satisfying, and perfect over steamed rice.
Ingredients
- 1Large Eggs4 large eggs
- 2Tomatoes3 medium ripe tomatoes, cut into wedges
- 3Scallions2 scallions, chopped (white and green parts separated)
- 4Sugar1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 5Salt1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
- 6Vegetable Oil3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 7Shaoxing Wine1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine or dry sherry (optional)
- 8White PepperPinch of white pepper
Instructions
- 1
Beat eggs in a bowl with a pinch of salt and white pepper until smooth and well combined.
- 2
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering.
- 3
Pour in the beaten eggs and let them set for 10 seconds, then gently scramble with a spatula, creating large, fluffy curds.
- 4
Remove eggs from the wok when they're just set but still slightly wet. Set aside on a plate.
- 5
Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the same wok. Add white parts of scallions and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 6
Add tomato wedges and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they start to break down and release their juices.
- 7
Add sugar and remaining salt to the tomatoes. Stir and cook for another 2 minutes until tomatoes are soft and saucy.
- 8
Add Shaoxing wine if using, and let it sizzle for 10 seconds.
- 9
Return the scrambled eggs to the wok and gently fold them into the tomatoes. Cook for 1 minute to heat through.
- 10
Garnish with green parts of scallions and serve immediately over steamed rice.
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