Chinese Tomato Egg Stir Fry

Prepare the tomatoes first by slicing each plum tomato in half. Carefully remove the tough stem from each half that connects to the vine to ensure a smooth bite. Then cut each half into three equal slices, yielding about six slices per tomato — this size allows the tomato pieces to soften perfectly without disintegrating during cooking. Next, make the soft scrambled eggs. Begin by adding vegetable oil and the beaten eggs into a cold, nonstick skillet about 8 to 10 inches in diameter. Turn the heat to medium and wait until a thin layer of egg just starts to set on the bottom. Using a spatula, gently push the eggs in one direction to create layered folds of soft scrambled eggs. Continue to stir carefully but consistently so the eggs cook evenly, remaining slightly wet and shiny for that delicate texture. This process usually takes between 2 to 5 minutes. Once done, remove the eggs onto a plate and wipe the pan clean if necessary. For the stir-fry, add the fragrant sesame oil to the clean pan, then the prepared tomatoes. Stir-fry over medium heat just until the tomatoes become softened but retain their shape, about 3 minutes — careful not to let them turn mushy. Sprinkle in the chicken bouillon powder, sugar, and white pepper, tossing well to blend the flavors and dissolve the seasonings fully, which should take about 1 minute. Finally, return the gently scrambled eggs to the pan with the tomatoes. Stir-fry everything together for 2 more minutes, ensuring the eggs heat through and the flavors meld. Taste the mixture, adding salt only if necessary, since the bouillon adds some seasoning. Just before serving, sprinkle thinly sliced spring onions over the dish for a fresh, colorful garnish. Serve your Chinese Tomato Egg Stir Fry hot alongside fluffy steamed jasmine rice to soak up every bit of the tempting sauce. For a tip, using ripe but firm plum tomatoes helps maintain a lovely texture during stir-frying. Also, remember that gentle stirring and medium heat are key to achieving that perfect tender egg consistency and vibrant tomato flavor without overcooking.