Easy Tomato Ground Meat Egg Stir-Fry - Healthy Low Fat Recipe
Tomato Minced Meat & Egg - Professional Recipe
INGREDIENTS:
For the Marinated Meat:
300g ground pork or beef (chuck shoulder)
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon oil
For the Dish:
3 large eggs
3-4 medium fresh tomatoes (ripe)
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch water (slurry)
2 tablespoons neutral oil
2 green onions/scallions (for garnish)
White pepper to taste
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS:
Step 1: Marinate the Ground Meat
Place 300g ground pork or beef in a mixing bowl
Add 1 tablespoon light soy sauce, 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch, and 1 tablespoon oil
Mix thoroughly until the meat is well coated and sticky
This tenderizes the meat and helps it stay moist during cooking
Set aside for 10-15 minutes to marinate
Step 2: Beat the Eggs
Crack 3 eggs into a separate bowl
Beat vigorously with chopsticks or a fork until completely homogeneous
The eggs should be uniform in color with no visible whites
Set aside in a bowl
Step 3: Prepare the Tomatoes
Select ripe, firm tomatoes (they release more juice and have better flavor)
Rinse and cut tomatoes into 1-inch wedges or chunks
Remove and discard seeds if desired for a less watery dish
Place in a separate bowl
Step 4: Prepare Garnish & Seasonings
Slice 2 green onions into thin rings
Mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water to create a slurry (set aside)
Have all ingredients prepped and within arm's reach (mise en place)
Step 5: Cook the Eggs
Heat a wok or large pan over medium-high heat
Add a light coating of oil and swirl to coat evenly
Pour in the beaten eggs and let them set for 5-10 seconds
Gently scramble using a spatula, breaking into soft curds
Eggs should be just barely set, still slightly wet
Transfer cooked eggs to a clean plate and set aside
Step 6: Stir-Fry the Minced Meat
Add 1 tablespoon oil to the same wok over medium-high heat
Add the marinated ground meat and stir-fry continuously
Break up the meat as it cooks, ensuring no large clumps remain
Cook for 3-4 minutes until the meat is completely cooked and begins to brown
The meat should develop a fragrant, slightly caramelized aroma
Transfer cooked meat to a clean plate and set aside
Step 7: Cook the Tomatoes
Add a light coating of oil to the wok if needed
Add the cut tomatoes to the hot wok
Stir-fry over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes
The tomatoes will begin to release their juices and break down
You should see a reddish-orange liquid forming in the pan
Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon sugar to taste
Stir well and simmer for 1 minute
Step 8: Combine All Ingredients
Pour the cooked eggs back into the wok with the tomatoes
Add the cooked minced meat
Drizzle 2 tablespoons oyster sauce in 2 circular motions around the wok
Pour in 1/2 cup water
Stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly
Bring to a simmer
Step 9: Simmer
Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 1 minute
This allows all the flavors to meld together
The sauce should become more cohesive
Stir occasionally to prevent sticking
Step 10: Thicken with Cornstarch Slurry
Pour the cornstarch water slurry into the wok
Stir continuously for 20-30 seconds
The sauce will gradually thicken and become glossy
Stop stirring once the sauce coats the back of a spoon
Do not over-thicken or the dish becomes gluey
Step 11: Final Seasoning & Garnish
Taste the dish and adjust salt as needed
Add a pinch of white pepper for subtle heat and depth
Sprinkle the sliced green onions generously over the top
Stir gently to incorporate some scallions
Step 12: Plate & Serve
Transfer the tomato minced meat and egg to a serving bowl or plate
Garnish with remaining fresh green onion rings
Serve immediately while hot
Pairs perfectly with steamed white rice
