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Tomato & egg stir-fry · homestyle comfort
Soft yellow egg curds folded through juicy tomatoes and scallions. A quick, comforting Chinese home dish with a little sweetness to round out the tomatoes.
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A NOTE FROM THE KITCHEN
Cook the eggs and tomatoes in stages.
This makes two generous portions alongside separately prepared rice, or four smaller portions as part of a shared meal. Use ripe tomatoes with plenty of flavor. The sugar is there to balance acidity, so reduce it if the tomatoes are already very sweet.
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BEHIND THE DISH · Chinese home cooking
Tomato & egg stir-fry · homestyle comfortBeyond the plate.
A few eggs and ripe tomatoes can become a complete shared dish in the time it takes to set the table.
ORIGINS & EVOLUTION
An everyday combination.
Tomato and egg stir-fry is familiar in Chinese home cooking. Household versions vary in sweetness, seasoning, and how much tomato juice is left in the pan.
CULTURAL CONTEXT
Comfort in simple ingredients.
Its appeal comes from contrasting textures: soft egg curds and juicy tomatoes. Rice is a natural companion for the sauce, while the dish also fits among several plates shared at dinner.
AT THE TABLE
Cook separately, then combine.
Our method scrambles the eggs briefly before softening the tomatoes. Returning the eggs near the end keeps the curds distinct while finishing them thoroughly. Taste the tomatoes before deciding how much sugar to add.
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