Tomato and Egg Stir-Fry
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Vegetarian Gluten-free Chinese

Tomato and Egg Stir-Fry

A classic Chinese home-style stir-fry of softly set eggs and juicy tomatoes, finished with scallions and a light savory seasoning. It comes together quickly and is ideal over steamed rice.

20 min 4 servings Medium
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How to prepare

1
Whisk the eggs in a medium bowl with 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and the white pepper until the whites and yolks are fully blended and a little foamy, about 30 seconds.
2
Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a wok or 30 cm skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Pour in the eggs and stir slowly with a spatula for 45 to 60 seconds, stopping when they form large, soft curds that are still slightly glossy.
Soft glossy egg curds in a wok AI-generated image
3
Transfer the eggs to a plate while they are slightly under-set. Wipe out any browned residue from the wok if needed.
4
Return the wok to medium-high heat and add the remaining oil. Saute the scallion whites for 20 seconds, until fragrant, then add the tomatoes, remaining salt, and sugar.
5
Stir-fry the tomatoes for 3 to 4 minutes, turning gently, until they are softened and glossy but still hold some shape and have released a small amount of juice.
6
Return the eggs to the wok and fold gently with the tomatoes for 30 to 45 seconds, just until heated through and coated with the tomato juices. Scatter over the scallion greens and serve immediately.
Tomato and egg stir-fry finished with scallions AI-generated image

Why this recipe works

Separately cooking the eggs preserves tender curds, while the tomatoes are briefly sauteed to concentrate their sweetness without losing their fresh acidity. The two components are reunited only at the end for a soft, cohesive texture.

Storage and reheating

How to store it

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, within 2 hours of cooking.

How to reheat it

Reheat gently in a covered skillet over medium-low heat with 1 teaspoon of water, just until hot; avoid prolonged cooking, which can toughen the eggs.

Nutrition / serving

247kcal
14.56 gprotein
8.32 gcarbs
18.07 gfat
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Published 20 Aug 2026 · updated 20 Aug 2026