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Best Easy Rice with Tomato Egg Recipe

Name: Best Easy Rice with Tomato Egg Recipe
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 340 g
Ingredients: long grain white rice, cooked 3 cups; large eggs 6 pieces; ripe tomatoes 3 pieces; scallions 2 pieces; neutral oil 2 tbsp; salt 1 tsp; white pepper 0.25 tsp; sugar 1 tsp; sesame oil 1 tsp

China's most beloved home-cooked dish—fluffy eggs in tangy tomato sauce—is served over steamed rice. This healthy, protein-rich family meal is budget-friendly and ready in minutes.

Cook 30 min Difficulty EASY 365 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

long grain white rice, cooked 3 cups
large eggs 6 pieces
ripe tomatoes 3 pieces
scallions 2 pieces
neutral oil 2 tbsp

Seasonings/Sauce

salt 1 tsp
white pepper 0.25 tsp
sugar 1 tsp
sesame oil 1 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 54 g 59%

Protein 13 g 14%

Fat 10 g 27%

Serving size 340g

Cooking steps

1

Cook the long grain white rice according to package instructions, keeping it warm and fluffy.
2

Whisk the eggs with half the salt and a pinch of white pepper for a smooth mixture.
3

Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Pour in beaten eggs, stir gently until just set and still creamy. Quickly transfer eggs out to a plate.
4

Add remaining 1 tbsp oil to the skillet. Add chopped tomatoes and remaining salt and sugar. Stir-fry over medium-high heat until tomatoes are softened and release juice, about 3–5 minutes.
5

Return the cooked eggs to the pan with the tomatoes. Stir gently to combine and reheat, cooking another 1–2 minutes. Finish with sliced scallions and a drizzle of sesame oil.
6

Spoon the tomato egg mixture over bowls of warm rice. Serve immediately.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this Rice with Tomato Egg recipe?

The stars of this dish are fresh tomatoes and fluffy eggs—the combination gives the dish its signature savory, tangy taste and silky-soft texture. Together with steamed rice, these ingredients form the beloved Chinese comfort classic.

Q. What cooking step is essential for fluffy eggs?

To ensure the eggs stay soft and fluffy, cook them quickly over medium-high heat and remove from the pan while they're still just set and slightly creamy. Avoid overcooking, as this can make the eggs dry.

Q. How do I prevent the tomatoes from being too watery or bland?

Use ripe tomatoes and stir-fry them over medium-high heat until their juices reduce slightly—the added sugar and salt help balance acidity and deepen flavor. Don't skip simmering down the tomato mixture before returning the eggs!

Q. What are the nutrition values per serving?

Each serving (340g) of this Rice with Tomato Egg recipe provides about 365 kcal, containing 54g carbohydrates (59% of calories), 13g protein (14%), and 10g fat (27%).

Best Easy Rice with Tomato Egg Recipe

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