Chinese Tomato & Egg Stir Fry (番茄炒蛋)
Around the World in 80 Eggs, day 15
This recipe isn't just another dish – it's a lifesaver! This classic Chinese tomato and egg stir fry is quick, easy, packed with nutrients, and ridiculously delicious. If there's one dish that I owe my entire existence to, it's this one right here. I've made it countless times when I'm short on time and want something comforting to eat.
The secret to getting it extra flavourful, in my experience, is using high-quality tomatoes. On-the-vine or beef tomatoes add a burst of natural sweetness and juiciness, creating a flavour explosion in every bite.
Don't be fooled by its simplicity. The key, in my opinion, is to skip the water altogether. Water dilutes the magic of those fresh tomatoes. Instead, I like to add a pinch of salt first. This draws out the tomatoes' natural juices, creating a rich, flavourful sauce without any need for extras. Some recipes call for ketchup, but trust me, once you experience the pure tomato magic, you won't miss it!
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp neutral cooking oil
- 3 large tomatoes, roughly chopped
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- Handful of spring onions, finely chopped
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Instructions
- Heat up one tablespoon of cooking oil in a frying pan on medium high heat and pour in the beaten eggs to scramble. Break up the pieces and once 90% cooked, remove and set aside for later.
- Heat up another tablespoon of cooking oil and add the garlic to sauté for 60 seconds until fragrant, before adding in the chopped tomatoes with a pinch of salt. Allow the tomatoes to cook and soften for 2-3 minutes.
- Add oyster sauce, sesame oil and sugar, stir to combine with the softened tomatoes. Taste and adjust with salt if needed.
- Add in the scrambled eggs back in and break up any larger pieces, combine thoroughly with the tomatoes.
- Scatter spring onions and stir through one last time before switching off the heat. Serve with steamed rice and enjoy!
Tips:
- Refrain from adding water to the pan to make it more saucy, unless you really have to. I find that this makes it a bit bland and too watery for my liking.
- Adding a pinch of curry powder is also a great move! I like doing this when I want to switch it up a bit
- For a more substantial meal, why not add some cooked shredded chicken.
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