Simple Tomato and Egg Stir-fry (Todalbokkeum)
Quick & Easy Breakfast Fix! Tomato and Egg Stir-fry!
Is your child a picky eater when it comes to tomatoes? This recipe is the perfect solution! Stir-frying eggs with tomatoes creates a soft and delicious dish that even picky eaters will love. It’s also a great way to enjoy cherry tomatoes that aren’t particularly sweet. If you’re short on time in the morning, this ‘Todalbokkeum’ is ready in under 10 minutes, offering both nutrition and great taste!
Main Ingredients- 5-6 Cherry tomatoes (wash and halve)
- 2 Eggs
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare all your ingredients. Wash the cherry tomatoes thoroughly under running water and then cut them in half. Halving them helps release more juice as they cook, enhancing the flavor.
Step 2
Crack the 2 eggs into a bowl. To eliminate any eggy smell and add umami, add 1 teaspoon of tuna extract. (If you don’t have tuna extract, soy sauce can be used as a substitute.)
Step 3
Add a small pinch of salt to the eggs. Be careful not to add too much, as it can make the dish too salty.
Step 4
Finally, sprinkle in a pinch of black pepper for extra aroma and use a fork to whisk the eggs until the yolks and whites are well combined. Ensure it’s evenly mixed.
Step 5
Now, preheat your frying pan over medium heat. Add the tablespoon of butter and swirl it around the pan until it’s melted and coats the surface. This adds richness and prevents sticking.
Step 6
Once the pan is warm and the butter is melted, carefully pour the whisked egg mixture into the pan.
Step 7
As the eggs begin to set slightly at the bottom, use a spatula to gently stir them in a circular motion from the center outwards. This will create soft, fluffy scrambled eggs.
Step 8
When the eggs are about 70-80% cooked and still slightly wet and curdy, gently push them to one side of the pan. Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the cleared space on the pan.
Step 9
Stir-fry the tomatoes alongside the eggs until they become slightly tender and cooked through. Gently combine the eggs and tomatoes as they cook, being careful not to mash the tomatoes completely.
Step 10
Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add another tiny pinch of salt if necessary to perfect the balance. The goal is to enhance the natural flavors of the eggs and tomatoes.
Step 11
Voila! Your delicious ‘Tomato and Egg Stir-fry’ is ready in just 10 minutes, perfect for a quick breakfast or a simple side dish. Sprinkle with a pinch of dried parsley for an attractive garnish, if desired. Enjoy your meal!
