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    Home » Recipes » Mains

    Chinese Tomato Egg Stir-Fry

    Modified: Apr 13, 2024 · Published: Nov 17, 2023 by Christie Lai · This post may contain affiliate links · 41 Comments

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    Soft scrambled eggs swimming in a delicious glossy sweet tomato sauce with tender tomatoes! This affordable and easy Chinese Tomato Egg Stir Fry is ready in 10 minutes with minimal ingredients in one pan. A healthy meal that you can work into your weekly rotation!

    Chinese Tomato Egg Stir Fry
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    • Ingredients & Substitutions
    • Expert Tips
    • Instructions
    • Storage
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    • FAQ
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    Chinese Tomato Egg Stir Fry is made of scrambled eggs, tender tomatoes in a sweet and savory sauce! Best served over rice or even noodles.

    It's a very common and humble dish from Northern China and ask any Chinese family and they will have a version of their own!

    Chinese Tomato Egg Stir Fry

    My mother often made this egg dish for our family of 5! Sometimes, swapping the eggs with beef (click here for the recipe). It's a great dish for large families if you multiple the quantity as it keeps everyone full!

    Ingredients & Substitutions

    Please scroll down to below recipe card for exact measurements. 

    ingredients to make Chinese Tomato Egg Stir Fry
    • Ripe Tomatoes
    • Large Eggs: avoid using small eggs
    • Green onions
    • Water
    • Sesame oil: for that nutty flavor but omit if you're allergic
    • Neutral oil:like avocado oil, sunflower oil, grapeseed oil, peanut oil, vegetable oil or canola oil with a high smoke point. Avoid olive oil that has a low smoke point.

    Best Tomatoes to Use

    Ideally Roma Tomatoes, Beef Heart Tomatoes or a choose a tomato with a thin skin, vibrant in color and sweet in nature. We want a thin skin so it easily falls off as you stir-fry it in the sauce. If you can't find either, choose any large tomatoes and if they have a thicker skin, you can always peel it away. Avoid using cherry or grape tomatoes.

    Sauce

    • Ketchup: for that tangy and sweet taste
    • Cornstarch: to help thicken the sauce
    • White granulated sugar: to balance out the salty and tangy flavors. Do not skip!
    • Ginger
    • Salt
    • Cold water

    Note: Most Asian grocery stores will carry most of the Asian specific ingredients

    Chinese Tomato Egg Stir-Fry

    Expert Tips

    • Use a large non-stick pan. This prevents the eggs and sauce from sticking to your pan and makes for easy clean up! You'll also want to use a larger pan to avoid overcooking the ingredients.
    • Do not overcook the eggs. We want smooth silky eggs for this dish. So once the eggs form shape and are still glossy, remove them from the pan.
    • Do not overcook the tomatoes. If you overcook them, they will release too much water into the pan and dilute the sauce mixture. You'll only want to cook them for 2-3 minutes until the skin softens and peels away from it.

    Instructions

    Below are step-by-step instructions on how to make Chinese Tomato Egg Stir Fry:

    Make Sauce & Beat Eggs

    make sauce

    In a small bowl, mix Sauce ingredients (as listed) and set aside.

    beat eggs

    In a separate bowl, crack your eggs and add sesame oil. Beat the eggs & sesame oil for 20-30 seconds.

    Scramble Eggs & Fry Aromatics

    scramble eggs

    Heat a large nonstick pan over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of oil. Once oil is hot, add the beaten egg mixture. Scramble eggs until they take shape but are still glossy and moist looking. Remove cooked eggs from the pan.

    fry green onions

    Back into pan, add remaining oil and green onions. Cook for 5 seconds or until fragrant.

    Cook Tomatoes & Add Sauce

    stir-fry tomatoes

    Add tomatoes and water. Allow the tomatoes to cook for 2-3 minutes until they have softened, and skin begins to peel away.

    add sauce

    Pour sauce over tomatoes. Allow sauce to simmer & thicken slightly, about 1-2 minutes. 

    Mix in Eggs

    mix in eggs

    Once sauce is slightly thicker, add eggs and gently fold them into the sauce and tomatoes. Remove from heat. Serve & enjoy. Optional: garnish with more green onions.

    Storage

    • Leftovers will last up to 4 days stored in an airtight container in the fridge. To reheat microwave for 60-90 seconds or reheat in a large pan on the stovetop on medium high heat.
    • Freezer friendly? No unfortunately, it's not recommended to freeze this dish as the eggs and tomatoes change in texture due to the freezing action.

    Pairing Suggestions

    This serves well with egg drop soup, white rice, brown rice, cauliflower rice, plain noodles, or any Asian-style greens like garlic bok choy, or choy sum.

    FAQ

    Can I make tomato egg stir fry in advance? 

    Yes, this dish can be made in advance (up to 3 days) and can be refrigerated and reheated for later.

    May I add more protein?

    Sure, thinly sliced or ground beef, chicken, pork, or diced tofu could work well.

    Can I add additional seasoning to this dish?

    Yes, feel free to add white pepper or black pepper, shaoxing wine or dry sherry to the sauce mixture. 

    Is tomato egg stir-fry gluten free?

    Yes, tomato egg stir-fry is naturally gluten free as cornstarch does not contain gluten.

    Other recipes you may like

    • Chinese Hoisin Eggplant Stir Fry
    • Chinese Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

    📖 Recipe

    Easy 10-min. Chinese Tomato Egg Stir Fry

    Christie Lai
    Chinese Tomato Egg Stir-Fry. Soft silky eggs stir fried in a sweet tangy tomato sauce with green onions. Ready in 10 minutes in one pan!
    5 from 28 votes
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    Prep Time 3 minutes mins
    Cook Time 7 minutes mins
    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Chinese
    Servings 3 as a side
    Calories per serving 207 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 4 ripe roma tomatoes sliced into quarters (or sub with 2 large sized tomatoes)
    • 6 eggs
    • 1 green onion finely chopped
    • ¼ cup water
    • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
    • 2 teaspoon vegetable oil or any neutral tasting oil

    Sauce:

    • 3 tablespoon ketchup
    • ½ tablespoon cornstarch
    • 1 teaspoon white granulated sugar
    • ½ teaspoon ginger thinly sliced
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ cup water

    Optional Garnish:

    • 1 green onion finely chopped

    Instructions
     

    • In a bowl, mix Sauce ingredients (as listed) and set aside.
    • In a separate bowl, crack your eggs and add sesame oil. Beat the eggs & sesame oil for 20-30 seconds.
    • Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Once you have a hot pan, add 1 teaspoon of oil. Once oil is hot, add egg mixture. Scramble eggs until they take shape but are still glossy and moist looking. Do not overcook them. Remove cooked eggs from the pan.
    • Back into the pan, add remaining oil and green onions. Cook for 5 seconds or until fragrant.
    • Add tomatoes and water. Allow the tomatoes to cook for 2-3 minutes until they have softened, and skin begins to peel away.
    • Pour sauce over tomatoes. Allow sauce to simmer & thicken slightly, about 2 minutes.
    • Once sauce is slightly thicker, add eggs and gently fold them into the sauce and tomatoes. Remove from heat. Serve & enjoy. Optional: garnish with more green onions.
    Enjoyed my recipe?Please leave a 5 star review (be kind)! Tag me on social media @christieathome as I'd love to see your creations!

    Suggested Equipment & Products

    • Non-stick wok
    • Silicone Spatula 3-Piece Set
    • Mixing bowl
    • Santoku Knife
    • Cutting Board
    Nutrition
    Calories: 207kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 327mg | Sodium: 657mg | Potassium: 383mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1321IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 2mg

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    1. sandra

      July 13, 2022 at 8:42 pm

      5 stars
      made this today it was very delicious. thank you

      Reply
      • christieathome

        July 13, 2022 at 8:48 pm

        Thank you so much for making my recipe Sandra! I'm really happy to hear you enjoyed it 🙂 Have a lovely day!

        Reply
    2. John

      May 19, 2022 at 12:32 am

      5 stars
      Wonderful flavor. Easy to prepare. Thank you!

      Reply
      • christieathome

        May 26, 2022 at 5:16 pm

        Thanks so much for making my recipe, John! I'm so glad you enjoyed it.

        Reply
    3. Lynn

      February 20, 2022 at 6:25 am

      5 stars
      We really enjoyed this recipe. Thank you so much for sharing! My husband asked me to cook it again 🙂

      Reply
      • christieathome

        February 22, 2022 at 2:30 pm

        So happy to read this Lynn! Thanks for making my recipe and glad you both enjoyed it 🙂

        Reply
    4. D

      July 08, 2021 at 6:24 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you for this great recipe, we really enjoyed it.

      Reply
      • christieathome

        July 09, 2021 at 1:25 pm

        So happy to hear this! Thank YOU for making and rating my recipe 🙂

        Reply
    5. MS

      November 23, 2020 at 4:17 pm

      5 stars
      This is such a good recipe!! Such a classic and so delicious!

      Reply
    6. Heidi | The Frugal Girls

      November 09, 2020 at 3:28 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so scrumptious... and without the beef it makes for a really frugal weeknight dinner. It's so quick and easy too!! 😋

      Reply
    7. Sherri

      November 05, 2020 at 9:02 am

      5 stars
      Such a beautiful dish! Love the colors and love the inspiration behind it! So nice to remember and be able to recreate childhood dishes. 🙂

      Reply
    8. Alex

      November 04, 2020 at 3:05 am

      5 stars
      Absolutely delicious and so full of flavour - this is a favourite recipe of yours, and that is hard - I love them all! 😀

      Reply
    9. Never Ending Journeys

      November 02, 2020 at 8:10 pm

      5 stars
      I have never tried tomato in a stir fry before! This looks so irresistibly delicious, thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    10. Josiah - DIY Thrill

      November 02, 2020 at 6:41 pm

      5 stars
      This Chinese Tomato Egg Stir-Fry looks like such a perfect weeknight meal!

      Reply
    11. Tasia ~ two sugar bugs

      November 02, 2020 at 12:47 am

      5 stars
      This classic dish looks so yummy and I love how quick it is to prepare!

      Reply
    12. Michelle | Sift & Simmer

      November 01, 2020 at 11:50 am

      5 stars
      Mmm so comforting, love this classic dish!

      Reply
    13. Kim Lange

      October 29, 2020 at 2:57 pm

      5 stars
      Sounds so intriguing! I'm going to have to try this yummy dish!

      Reply
    14. Lilly

      October 29, 2020 at 1:23 pm

      5 stars
      This was really delicious and quick to make. I will be making this again and again. Thanks for the recipe Christie!

      Reply
    15. Katherine | Love In My Oven

      October 28, 2020 at 11:05 pm

      5 stars
      Yum, Christie! This would be a great dish for lunch. Eggs are one of my go-to's for when I'm short on ingredients and time!

      Reply
    16. Katerina | Once a Foodie

      October 28, 2020 at 5:55 am

      5 stars
      Ohh yum! This meal looks so easy, quick and so delicious! I love the combo of eggs and tomato any day - and I think your version would go down so well in our house. I might give it a go tomorrow! Thanks for the inspiration 🙂

      Reply
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