Chinese Tomato And Egg Stir Fry
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Chinese Tomato and Egg Stir Fry

Tomato egg stir fry is a staple of Chinese comfort food, and likely to be a childhood favorite dish for many. This simple dish, when ladled over a bed of steaming rice, has a taste that's unexpectedly rich. Using ingredients likely already in your pantry, you can whip up this satisfying meal in under 20 minutes. For those who already love this dish, there are several ways to elevate its flavor profile. A dollop of tomato paste can intensify the tomato essence, while a splash of chicken broth can add depth and richness to the overall taste. Whether you're seeking a quick weeknight dinner or a nostalgic culinary experience, this versatile dish delivers both comfort and flavor with minimal effort.

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Cook time: 20 min (Prep: 10 min)
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Ingredients

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Egg Stir Fry

Sauce

Corn Starch Slurry (optional)

Directions

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  • Crack the eggs into a mixing bowl and season with salt. Whisk thoroughly until the eggs are well combined.
    • 6 eggs (300 g)
      (whisked)
    • 1/4 tsp salt (1.50 g)
  • Heat a pan over medium heat and add oil. Pour in the whisked eggs and cook them as you would for scrambled eggs, but stop when they are still slightly runny. Remove the eggs from the pan and set them aside.
    • 1 tbsp neutral oil (12 g)
      (can substitute with any other oil)
  • Add more oil to the heated pan, then add the green onions and garlic. Sauté until they become fragrant.
    • 1 tbsp neutral oil (12 g)
      (can substitute with any other oil)
    • 2 stalk green onion, chopped (25 g)
      (reserve some for garnish)
    • 4 clove garlic, minced (12 g)
  • Add roma tomatoes into the pan and cook for about a minute to soften. Then add soy sauce, ketchup, and brown sugar. Mix until well combined. Cook for about 3 minutes until the tomatoes have softened.
    • 5 roma tomatoes, quartered (500 g)
    • 1 tbsp soy sauce (12 g)
    • 2 tbsp ketchup (24 g)
    • 2 tsp brown sugar (8 g)
      (optional)
  • Add chicken stock to the pan to hydrate the sauce, then simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the tomatoes to continue softening.
    • 1/2 cup chicken stock (120 g)
      (or water)
  • (Optional) To thicken the sauce, create a cornstarch slurry by whisking together cornstarch and water in a bowl. Pour the slurry into the pan and stir until well combined.
    • 1/2 tbsp cornstarch (5 g)
    • 1 tbsp water (15 g)
  • Add the eggs back into the pan and stir to combine.
    • Serve the tomato egg with steamed rice and garnish with chopped green onions.

      Nutrition Information

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      Per serving

      Nutrient
      Amount
      % DV
      Calories
      240 kcal
      12%
      Fat
      66 g
      85%
      Saturated fat
      3.3 g
      16%
      Trans fat
      0 g
      Fiber
      2 g
      7.3%
      Carbohydrates
      14 g
      5%
      Sugars
      8.1 g
      16%
      Protein
      11 g
      23%
      Sodium
      512 mg
      22%
      Cholesterol
      280 mg
      93%

      Total (4 servings)

      Nutrient
      Amount
      % DV
      Calories
      960 kcal
      48%
      Fat
      264 g
      340%
      Saturated fat
      13 g
      64%
      Trans fat
      0 g
      Fiber
      8 g
      29%
      Carbohydrates
      56 g
      20%
      Sugars
      32 g
      64%
      Protein
      44 g
      92%
      Sodium
      2,048 mg
      88%
      Cholesterol
      1,120 mg
      372%

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