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Scrambled Eggs with Tomatoes and Jasmine Rice

A comforting dish of fluffy scrambled eggs and juicy tomatoes served over aromatic jasmine rice, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner
Cuisine: Asian, Comfort Food
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 14 oz ripe roma tomatoes Opt for the freshest tomatoes you can find.
  • 5 large eggs Fresh eggs make a significant difference in flavor.
  • 2.5 teaspoons fish sauce Can be replaced with soy sauce for a vegetarian option.
  • to taste ground white or black pepper Freshly ground adds a beautiful touch.
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil Can use canola or avocado oil.
  • 2.5 teaspoons soy sauce A staple for that umami kick.
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar Balances the acidity of the tomatoes beautifully.
  • 1 green onion, chopped Feel free to substitute with shallots.
  • as needed jasmine rice, for serving This fragrant rice is the foundation of the dish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by slicing each roma tomato in half lengthwise.
  2. Remove the core and cut each half into three wedges, then chop the wedges into thirds crosswise to create bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a bowl, whisk the 5 large eggs with 2 1/2 teaspoons of fish sauce and ground pepper until no big egg whites remain.
Cooking
  1. In a non-stick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the prepared tomatoes, together with 2 1/2 teaspoons of soy sauce and 1 teaspoon of brown sugar.
  3. Cook until the tomatoes soften but still hold their shape, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in the green onions and transfer the mixture into a bowl.
  4. Wipe out the same skillet, return it to the heat, and add another tablespoon of oil. Let it heat until shimmering.
  5. Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble gently until they are about 80% done.
  6. Fold in the tomato mixture gently into the almost-cooked eggs, mixing just until everything is well combined and the eggs are fully cooked.
  7. Transfer the scrambled eggs and tomatoes to a serving dish alongside a mound of jasmine rice.

Notes

For fluffier eggs, use low heat and don't overcook. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.