Simple Chinese Egg and Tomato Stir-Fry with Beef

Simple Chinese Egg and Tomato Stir-Fry with Beef

A classic Chinese-style dish combining tender beef, fresh tomatoes, and fluffy scrambled eggs in a light, savory sauce. This beginner-friendly recipe comes together in under 20 minutes and requires only basic stirring and mixing techniques.

22 min
Easy
4 servings

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Taste Profile

Sweet3/10
Salty4/10
Sour4/10
Umami7/10
Spicy0/10

🥄 Texture

Soft, fluffy scrambled eggs coat tender, thinly sliced beef while the tomatoes break down into a slightly saucy, pulpy component. Melted cheese adds a creamy, slightly sticky mouthfeel and the beef provides a chewy contrast to the overall softness.

👃 Aroma

Warm savory notes from browned beef and melted cheese dominate, with a fresh tomato acidity lifting the profile. Subtle eggy and milky aromas round it out, giving a comforting, kitchen-cooked scent.

🍷 Pairs Well With

Light jasmine tea or a crisp lager; for wine, a dry Riesling or Sauvignon Blanc will cut through the richness and complement the tomato acidity.

🥗 Side Dishes

Steamed white rice or garlic fried rice; simple stir-fried greens (bok choy, gai lan) or a cucumber salad to add freshness and crunch.

Ingredients(6 items)

  • 10.5 pounds beef (thinly sliced)
  • 23 large tomatoes (cut into wedges)
  • 34 eggs (beaten)
  • 40.25 cup milk
  • 50.5 cup cheese (grated)
  • 62 tablespoons oil (for cooking)

Nutrition Information(per serving)

285
Calories
24g
Protein
8g
Carbs
18g
Fat

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Once hot, add the sliced beef and stir continuously for 3-4 minutes until it turns brown. Remove the beef and set it aside on a plate.

  2. 2

    Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the same pan. Add the tomato wedges and stir for 2-3 minutes until they become soft and slightly broken down.

  3. 3

    Pour the beaten eggs mixed with milk into the pan with the tomatoes. Stir gently and continuously for 2-3 minutes until the eggs are cooked through and fluffy.

  4. 4

    Return the cooked beef to the pan and mix everything together for 1 minute. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle the grated cheese over the top and stir for 30 seconds until it melts and coats the dish. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

  6. 6

    Transfer to a serving plate and serve immediately while hot.

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