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Chinese tomato beef egg

Savory Chinese Tomato Beef Egg Stir-Fry for Quick Family Dinners

This Chinese tomato beef egg stir-fry is a quick, savory dish perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound sirloin or flank steak trim and slice thinly against the grain
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch divided for effective use
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing Wine can substitute with dry sherry if unavailable
For the Stir-Fry
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil olive oil is a suitable substitute
  • 3 ripe tomatoes chopped into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup or tomato paste adjust based on taste preference
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce use tamari for a gluten-free version
  • 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey as a substitute
  • ½ cup beef broth or water water is an alternative for a lighter version
For the Eggs & Garnish
  • 3 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 4 green onions thinly sliced
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • sesame oil pinch, optional for flavor

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet or wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all ingredients, trim and slice the beef, chop tomatoes, slice green onions, and beat the eggs.
  2. Marinate the Beef: Combine beef with cornstarch, Shaoxing wine, soy sauces, salt, and black pepper. Marinate for 15 minutes.
  3. Scramble the Eggs: Heat vegetable oil and scramble the eggs until just set, then remove and set aside.
  4. Cook the Beef: Sear the marinated beef in a hot skillet until browned and cooked through, then set aside.
  5. Sauté the Green Onions: Stir-fry white parts of green onions in the same wok for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Add the Tomatoes and Sauce Ingredients: Combine tomatoes, ketchup, brown sugar, and beef broth in the wok and boil.
  7. Thicken the Sauce: Add cornstarch slurry and simmer until sauce thickens.
  8. Combine Ingredients: Stir in the cooked beef and scrambled eggs into the sauce and heat through.
  9. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with green onion tops and serve over steamed rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for quick family dinners and can be customized with various proteins or vegetables.

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