Soft & Fluffy Tomato and Egg Stir-fry: The Super Simple ‘Todakbok’ Breakfast Dish
Recommended Breakfast: Nutritious Tomato and Egg Stir-fry (Todakbok) Recipe
Introducing the nutritious ‘Tomato and Egg Stir-fry,’ a dish you can whip up in just 5 minutes on busy mornings! Made with essential fridge staples like eggs and sweet-and-tangy tomatoes, this simple yet satisfying meal is perfect for a fulfilling breakfast. We’ve elevated the classic ‘Todakbok’ by adding plenty of cherry tomatoes and popping sausages for a delightful twist. More than just delicious, this dish is packed with health benefits, thanks to lycopene, a powerful antioxidant found abundantly in tomatoes. Lycopene is known for its potential to help prevent strokes, heart attacks, combat aging, fight cancer, and lower blood sugar levels. Interestingly, cooking tomatoes with oil enhances the absorption of these beneficial compounds! With simple ingredients, an easy cooking process, and a fantastic combination of flavor and nutrition, start your day right with this healthy and tasty ‘Tomato Egg Stir-fry.’
Main Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 10 cherry tomatoes
- 2 sausages
- 1/2 stalk green onion
- 0.5 Tbsp oyster sauce
Seasonings & Other Ingredients
- 20g butter
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 pinches salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 20g butter
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 pinches salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, remove the stems from the cherry tomatoes and wash them thoroughly under running water. For extra peace of mind, soak them in water with a few drops of vinegar for about 5 minutes. After draining them completely, prepare the tomatoes along with 2 sausages.
Step 2
Halve the cherry tomatoes and dice the sausages into bite-sized pieces, similar in size to the tomatoes. Finely chop the green onion; this will add a wonderful aroma to the dish.
Step 3
Melt 20g of butter in a pan over medium heat. Pour in the beaten eggs and gently stir with chopsticks or a spatula until about 80% cooked, creating scrambled eggs. (Tip: Adding 2 Tbsp of milk at this stage will make the eggs even softer. However, even without milk, the butter will ensure a tender and delicious result.)
Step 4
Transfer the partially cooked scrambled eggs to a separate bowl. Add 2 Tbsp of olive oil to the same pan and sauté the chopped green onions over medium-low heat until fragrant, creating ‘green onion oil.’ Once the green onions are golden and aromatic, add the halved cherry tomatoes and stir-fry until they begin to soften.
Step 5
As the tomatoes start to cook down, return the scrambled eggs to the pan and mix well. Stir in 0.5 Tbsp of oyster sauce for added umami (don’t forget this, even though it’s not pictured!). Season with a pinch of salt and a dash of black pepper to taste. Your delicious Tomato and Egg Stir-fry is almost ready!
Step 6
Finally, add another pinch of salt and a little more pepper to balance the flavors perfectly. This simple yet impressive dish is now complete! It’s fantastic as a brunch option or as a flavorful side dish.
Step 7
Serve the finished Tomato and Egg Stir-fry onto a nice plate. For an extra touch of visual appeal, sprinkle some dried parsley on top. (I often forget to add it these days!)
Step 8
The combination of buttery richness and savory oyster sauce creates a wonderfully tender and flavorful Tomato and Egg Stir-fry. The sweet and tangy cherry tomatoes paired with the soft scrambled eggs are simply delightful! Packed with both taste and nutrition, it’s an ideal choice for a single meal or a leisurely brunch.
