Looking for lunch or dinner recipes that come together in just minutes? Let’s make some simple yet delicious stir-fry. This humble dish—Stir-Fried Tomatoes and Eggs (トマトと卵の中華炒め)—is one of those reliable recipes that I keep in my back pocket for weeknight staple. It’s quick, easy, and budget-friendly! My kids especially love the simple combination of sweet and tart sauciness of the tomatoes with creamy, fluffy eggs. When served over fragrant steamed rice, this classic homey meal cannot be more satisfying!
What is Stir-Fried Tomatoes and Eggs
I believe anyone who is familiar with Chinese cuisine or Chinese takeout would instantly recognize the dish. Commonly known as 番茄炒蛋 fan qie chao dan, the tomato egg stir fry is a traditional, homestyle Chinese dish that’s enjoyed at home, at school canteen and office cafeteria, and at restaurants. The recipe I’m sharing is considered a chuka ryori, the Japanese adaptation of Chinese cuisine. As it is amazingly simple, you’ll find that the Japanese version of stir-fried tomatoes and eggs is closely similar to the original Chinese dish. Because it is a home-cooked dish, every family makes it differently. At its simplest, the stir-fry is made with tomatoes and eggs with light seasonings, but some people also add in chopped garlic, ginger, cornstarch, ketchup, or tomato paste, or garnish with green onions. The only distinct difference I can think of between the Japanese and Chinese tomato egg stir fry is the use of sake vs Shaoxing rice wine. My recipe demonstrates how most Japanese home cooks prepare this popular Japanese-Chinese dish.
How to Make Stir-Fried Tomatoes and Eggs
Ingredients You’ll Need
Eggs Tomatoes — use naturally sweet tomatoes! Condiments: oil, sesame oil, salt, white pepper powder, soy sauce, and sake.
That’s it! I usually serve the stir-fry over steamed rice. You can make the rice ahead of time. Otherwise, it’s always good to keep a few containers of the cooked rice in the freezer (and this is how to store the cooked rice).
Overview: Cooking Steps
5 Helpful Cooking Tips
I hope you give this stir-fry a try! It’s something about tomatoes, eggs, and rice that tick the checkmarks for comfort food.
Kitchen Tools from MTC Kitchen
I’ve partnered with MTC Kitchen to introduce quality kitchen tools for your everyday Japanese cooking. You will get 10% off with a coupon code JOC10 for your purchase. In this post, I’ve used:
Summit Iron Beijing Wok Stir Fry
Other Quick and Easy Stir-Fry Dishes
Beef and Green Pepper Stir Fry Kabocha Pork Stir Fry Stir-Fried Miso Eggplant Stir-Fried Vegetables Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry
Wish to learn more about Japanese cooking? Sign up for our free newsletter to receive cooking tips & recipe updates! And stay in touch with me on Facebook, Pinterest, YouTube, and Instagram.
