Introduction
Tomato and Egg Stir-Fry is a classic Chinese home-style dish. Juicy tomatoes and fluffy eggs create a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Quick, nutritious, and comforting, it’s a staple in family kitchens across China and a favorite for students and busy cooks worldwide.
Main Ingredients
- 3 eggs
- 2 tomatoes
Side Ingredients
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Sugar to taste
- Chopped scallions, for garnish
- Cooking oil
- 1 spoonful ketchup (optional, depending on tomato sweetness)
- Water as needed (depending on sauce thickness)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Peel the tomatoes and cut into small pieces. Mince the garlic.
- Beat eggs: Add a pinch of salt and beat until smooth.
- Cook eggs: Heat oil in a wok, pour in the eggs, scramble until half-cooked, then set aside.
- Sauté garlic and tomatoes: Add a little more oil to the wok, sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, then stir-fry the tomatoes until they release their juices.
- Add ketchup (optional): Add a spoonful of ketchup if needed, depending on the tomatoes.
- Season: Add salt and sugar to taste.
- Combine eggs and tomatoes: Return the eggs to the wok and stir-fry quickly to combine.
- Adjust sauce: Add water if the sauce is too thick, according to your preference.
- Finish: Garnish with chopped scallions and serve hot.
Tips
- Peeling tomatoes gives a smoother texture.
- Scramble eggs until half-cooked before setting aside to keep them tender.
- Adjust sugar depending on the natural sweetness of the tomatoes.
- Adding ketchup can enhance the flavor if the tomatoes are not very sweet.
- Stir-fry on high heat and cook quickly to maintain the fluffiness of the eggs.
