Description
This quick and flavorful 10-Minute Chinese Tomato Egg Stir Fry combines fluffy scrambled eggs with juicy, tangy tomatoes in a savory sauce. A classic homestyle dish perfect for a fast, comforting meal packed with bright flavors and simple ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 5 large eggs
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of white pepper or black pepper
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (from the 2 tbsp divided)
- 1/2 green onion, chopped (divided)
Tomato Sauce
- 2 medium-sized tomatoes, cut into 8 wedges
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (remaining from 2 tbsp divided)
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce or soy sauce
- 1/2 tbsp sugar
- 1/3 cup water
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 green onion, chopped (remaining from the 1 green onion)
Instructions
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: Crack 5 large eggs into a bowl, then season with a pinch of salt and white or black pepper. Beat well until the mixture is uniform and slightly frothy.
- Cook the Eggs: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble gently until they are just set but still soft. Transfer the cooked eggs to a plate and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic and Green Onion: In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and half of the chopped green onion. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Add Tomatoes: Add the tomato wedges to the pan and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until they start to soften and release juice.
- Make the Sauce: Stir in 2 tablespoons ketchup, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce or soy sauce, 1/2 tablespoon sugar, and 1/3 cup water. Mix well and allow the sauce to come to a gentle simmer for about 2 minutes to meld the flavors and thicken slightly.
- Combine Eggs with Sauce: Return the scrambled eggs to the pan with the tomato sauce. Gently fold together to coat the eggs with the sauce without breaking them apart too much. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
- Finish and Serve: Drizzle 1 teaspoon sesame oil over the dish for a fragrant finish. Garnish with the remaining chopped green onion. Serve immediately with steamed rice or as a side dish.
Notes
- Use ripe tomatoes for a sweeter and juicier sauce.
- You can substitute oyster sauce with soy sauce for a vegetarian option.
- Adjust sugar and seasoning according to taste preference.
- Serve with steamed rice to make it a complete meal.
- Cook eggs gently to keep them soft and fluffy for the best texture.
Keywords: Chinese tomato egg stir fry, quick Chinese recipe, tomato egg scramble, easy stir fry, weeknight dinner