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Tomato Scrambled Eggs

Soft scrambled eggs stir-fried with juicy tomatoes and scallions in a balanced savory sauce. A classic quick meal served best over warm steamed rice.

18 minEasyServes 2240 cal/serving

ChineseLunchStovetopVegetarianLow CarbHalal-friendlyKosher-styleNut-FreeDairy-FreeShellfish-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 medium Roma tomatoes, wedged
  • 2 stalks scallions, chopped
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Whisk 4 beaten large eggs in a bowl with half of the 1/2 tsp salt.

  2. 2

    Heat half of the 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Pour in 4 beaten large eggs and scramble soft curds, then remove to a plate.

  4. 4

    Heat remaining 2 tbsp vegetable oil in the skillet, then add 2 medium wedged Roma tomatoes and 2 stalks chopped scallions.

  5. 5

    Cook until Roma tomatoes soften, then stir in 1/2 tsp granulated sugar and remaining 1/2 tsp salt.

  6. 6

    Return large eggs to the pan, drizzle with 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil, and fold together gently.

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Questions

What should Tomato Scrambled Eggs look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 5: cook until Roma tomatoes soften.

Why fold instead of stir in Tomato Scrambled Eggs?

Step 6 reads: "Return large eggs to the pan, drizzle with 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil, and fold together gently." Folding keeps the air you just beat in. Stirring at step 6 would knock it out and the result would come out dense.

What can I use instead of toasted sesame oil in Tomato Scrambled Eggs?

The entry for Tomato Scrambled Eggs calls for 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil. In its place: There is no neutral substitute for the toasted flavor. Warm a spoonful of sesame seeds in a neutral oil, or leave it out and finish with toasted seeds.

Does Tomato Scrambled Eggs contain sesame?

Yes: 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs and sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many carbs are in Tomato Scrambled Eggs?

One serving (the recipe makes 2) has 10 g of carbohydrate in about 240 calories, with 14 g protein and 16 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 480 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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