Chinese tomatoes and eggs is a humble yet comforting dish made with simple ingredients. Seasoned with a sweet-and-savory balance of flavors, the softly scrambled eggs, mixed with the gently cooked, juicy tomatoes, create the perfect bite.

This quick and easy tomato egg recipe yields the most delicious results in less than 15 minutes! Serve this mouthwatering dish with a bowl of steamed rice, and you will have a well-balanced, easy weekday lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

You can find all the ingredients for this Chinese tomatoes and eggs recipe at your local Chinese grocery market. Full measurements and links to everything I used are in the recipe card below.

• Eggs: are the star of the dish!
• Salt and white pepper: salt and white pepper gently season the eggs
• Garlic: adds a savory aromatic garlic flavor.
• Green Onion: adds another aromatic, sweet, and peppery flavor.
• Roma Tomatoes: have a mild, tangy flavor and are firm, holding their shape when cooked. I also love using Roma tomatoes in my bun rieu (Vietnamese crab and pork soup) and my tom yum soup (tom yum goong).
• Ketchup: adds sweet, tangy, and umami flavors that highlight the Roma tomatoes.
• Oyster Sauce: adds a sweet, salty, and savory component.
• Brown Sugar: gently sweetens and balances out the salty and tangy flavors.
• Sesame Oil: adds an umami, nutty finish.
• Cornstarch: acts as a thickener, helping thicken the tomato juice and savory sauce.

Substitutions and Additions

Substitutions

• Eggs: duck eggs, quail eggs, or even tofu for a vegan option.
• Tomatoes: You can experiment with whatever type of tomatoes, even canned tomatoes.
• Seasonings: instead of soy sauce, you can use fish sauce, or tamari for different umami flavors.
• Sweetener: granulated sugar, honey, or even maple syrup.

Additions

• Protein: chicken, pork, beef, or shrimp.
• Vegetables: onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach.
• Aromatics: fresh ginger or chopped shallots.
• Spice: fresh chili peppers, chili flakes, chili oil, sambal oelek, or Sriracha.
• Herbs: garnish with fresh cilantro and green onion.

How to Make Chinese Tomatoes and Eggs

Here are the step-by-step instructions for how to make this tomato egg recipe.

1. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, salt, and pepper until combined.

2. Heat a tablespoon of oil in your wok over medium heat. Add the eggs and lightly scramble until almost set. Remove from the pan and set aside.

3. In a small bowl, mix the sauce ingredients until combined.

4. Heat another tablespoon in the wok over medium heat. Then sauté the garlic and green onion until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

5. Then add the tomatoes and cook for about 30 seconds. Add the sauce and cook until the tomatoes reach a simmer and soften, about 2-3 minutes.

6. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of water. Once the tomatoes are simmering, combine them with the tomatoes.

7. Add the eggs back, finish with sesame oil, and toss to combine. Garnish with green onions and enjoy.

Storage Instructions

If you have any leftover Chinese tomatoes and eggs, allow them to cool to room temperature before storing them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheat: to reheat, cook in the skillet until warm or microwave on high for 1 to 2 minutes until thoroughly warm.

FAQ

How do you serve Chinese tomatoes and eggs?

You can serve this tomato egg recipe with a hot bowl of steamed white rice.

Can I use canned tomatoes instead of fresh tomatoes?

Yes, you can use canned diced tomatoes instead of fresh tomatoes. You will need to drain the excess liquid from the canned tomatoes before cooking. Also, the tomatoes’ cooking time will be shorter.

Can I add protein and vegetables to the tomato egg stir fry?

Yes! You can customize your tomato egg stir fry by adding your protein of choice, such as chicken, beef, pork, shrimp, etc., and adding vegetables like mushrooms, spinach, and bell peppers.

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