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Scrambled Eggs with Tomatoes (Xi Hong Shi Chao Ji Dan 番茄炒鸡蛋)

A dish made with minimal ingredients and ready in just a few minutes, scrambled eggs with tomatoes is a Chinese delicacy you must try. You'll be amazed at how delicious it tastes!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Breakfast
Cuisine: Chinese
Keyword: Scrambled Eggs with Tomatoes
Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • 2 medium tomatoes
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 spring onion scallion
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1-2 tablespoons Shaoxing rice wine optional

Instructions

  • Select sufficiently ripe (juicy) tomatoes, remove their stems, and cut them into small pieces.
  • Using a whisk, beat the eggs with a small pinch of salt and pepper until a thin layer of fine bubbles forms. The air inside the egg mixture will make the eggs fluffy and tender. You can add a bit of rice wine to the eggs - they will be even fluffier.
  • Heat the oil in a wok until it's very hot and pour in the egg mixture. Wait a few seconds until the mixture sets. Immediately reduce the heat, then break the eggs into smaller pieces, remove them from the wok, and set aside.
  • Add a bit more oil to the wok, increase the heat, and add the tomatoes and spring onion if using. Stir-fry until the tomatoes release their juices and soften. Then add 2 teaspoons of sugar and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  • Add the eggs you set aside, briefly stir-fry, mix together, and serve immediately. You can garnish with the remaining chopped spring onion.

Notes

Feel free to add more spring onions, adjust the seasoning to your taste, or modify the recipe to your liking! Traditionally served with rice.