Description
Chinese Tomato Beef Egg is a flavorful and comforting dish that brings together tender beef, juicy tomatoes, and soft scrambled eggs in a savory, slightly sweet sauce. This quick and easy dish is a staple in many Chinese households and pairs perfectly with steamed rice.
Ingredients
For the Beef Marinade:
- 200g (7 oz) beef, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp oyster sauce
- 1/2 tsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp water
For the Stir-Fry:
- 2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
- 3 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 small onion, sliced (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for eggs)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for beef)
For the Sauce:
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp white pepper
- 1/4 cup water or chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp cornstarch (mixed with 1 tbsp water)
Instructions
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Marinate the Beef:
Mix beef with soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, sugar, sesame oil, and water. Let sit for 10 minutes. -
Cook the Eggs:
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Pour in beaten eggs and cook until just set.
- Remove from pan and set aside.
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Stir-Fry the Beef:
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in the same pan.
- Stir-fry marinated beef for 2-3 minutes until just browned.
- Remove from pan and set aside.
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Cook Tomatoes & Sauce:
- In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed.
- Sauté garlic (and onion, if using) for 30 seconds.
- Add tomatoes and cook until soft.
- Pour in the sauce ingredients, stir, and let simmer for 1-2 minutes.
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Combine Everything:
- Return beef and eggs to the pan.
- Stir everything together until well coated in the sauce.
- Let cook for another 1-2 minutes.
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Serve & Enjoy!
Serve hot over steamed rice for a comforting meal.
Notes
✔ Tender Beef Tip: Use flank steak or sirloin and slice thinly against the grain.
✔ More Sauce? Double the sauce ingredients for a saucier dish.
✔ Extra Flavor: Add a splash of Shaoxing wine while stir-frying the beef.
✔ Make it Spicy: Add chopped chili peppers or a drizzle of chili oil.