Tomato and Egg Stir-Fry (番茄炒蛋)

番茄炒蛋 (Tomato and Egg Stir-Fry) is a classic dish in Northeastern Chinese cuisine, known for its simple yet delicious flavors.

Tomato and Egg Stir-Fry (番茄炒蛋)

Ingredients

  • 4 eggs, beaten
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the beaten eggs and scramble until just set. Remove from the wok and set aside.
  3. In the same wok, add the diced tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
  4. Add the scrambled eggs back into the wok with the tomatoes.
  5. Season with salt and sugar, and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
20 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Protein
8g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Wok or skillet Cutting board Knife Bowl Whisk or fork

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the tomato and egg stir-fry with steamed rice for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can add a splash of soy sauce or a drizzle of sesame oil for extra flavor.

Cost

$5