Nourish: Chinese Eggs and Tomatoes
September 4, 2024
In the calm moments of the day, when the world feels a little softer, there’s a dish that brings comfort like a warm embrace. Stir-fried tomatoes and eggs is a Chinese dish that is familiar and soothing to many, especially when prepared in the heart of the home and is filled with flavors that make you feel grounded.
This dish is for those who cherish the simple pleasures of life, where a few humble ingredients come together to create something deeply comforting. A pinch of salt, a hint of white pepper, the gentle aroma of Shaoxing wine. This meal is a taste of home, a reminder of the warmth and care that nourishes both body and soul and it takes minutes to put together.
Within its simplicity, this is a dish that brings about a sense of home and gently invites you to pause, to savor, and to appreciate the comforting beauty in the everyday. We hope you love it as much as we do!
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs, organic if possible
- 2 large ripe tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- A pinch of white pepper powder
- 1 teaspoon Shaoxing wine
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 cup tablespoons water
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1-2 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Fresh chives, finely chopped
Steps
- Begin with the tomatoes—slice them into wedges and set aside.
- Crack the eggs into a bowl. Add the salt, white pepper, Shaoxing wine, whisking gently until the mixture is harmonious.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a well-seasoned wok or pan over medium heat. Pour in the egg mixture, allowing it to set for a few moments before gently stirring, creating soft folds of the golden silk.
- Once almost cooked but still tender, slide the eggs onto a plate.
- In the same wok or pan, add a little more oil and let the tomatoes meet the heat, releasing their vibrant juices.Sprinkle the sugar on the tomatoes and let it cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the water in so it melds into a sauce.
- When the tomatoes are just on the edge of collapsing, return the eggs into the pan, gently folding them together.
- Drizzle with sesame oil, a finishing note that rounds out the dish. Scatter the chives atop and the dish is ready to eat. This is especially delicious with white rice.
