Stir-Fried Eggs with Onions

Today, I want to introduce you to a simple and delicious Chinese home-style dish: Onion and Egg Stir-fry. This dish combines the sweet flavor of onions with the savory taste of eggs. It's easy to make, nutritious, and perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. 

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11 Comments
POSTED:16/06/2024
Level:Easy
Yield:1-2 servings
Total:20 min
(includes chilling time)
Active:8 min

Making Stir-Fried Eggs with Onions is relatively simple, but there are a few tips and considerations to ensure it turns out perfectly. Here’s what to keep in mind:

1.Fresh Ingredients:

Onions: Use fresh onions for the best flavor. Yellow or white onions are ideal.

Eggs: Fresh eggs will give you the best texture and taste.

Pickled Peppers: These can be found in the pickled foods or international aisle of most grocery stores.

2.Preparation:

Cutting: Slice onions thinly to ensure they cook evenly and quickly.

Egg Beating: Beat the eggs until they are frothy to ensure a light and fluffy texture when cooked.

3.Cooking Temperature:

Medium-Low Heat: When cooking the eggs, use medium-low heat to better control their consistency and avoid overcooking. This ensures the eggs remain soft and tender.

Medium-High Heat: When stir-frying the onions, use medium-high heat. This helps to slightly caramelize the onions, enhancing their sweetness.

4.Seasoning:

Salt and Soy Sauce: Use these sparingly at first; you can always add more to taste.

Sesame Oil: Adds a distinct flavor, so a little goes a long way. Add it to the eggs before cooking and optionally at the end for extra fragrance.

5.Cooking Sequence:

Eggs First: Cook the eggs first and set them aside. This prevents them from overcooking when combined with the other ingredients.

Vegetables Second: Cook the onions and pickled peppers next, ensuring they are well-seasoned and slightly softened before adding the eggs back in.

This dish pairs perfectly with rice, bread, or other staples. It’s delicious and easy to make. Give it a try and enjoy this tasty treat from China!

INGREDIENTS

MAIN INGREDIENTS

  • 1 medium onion (about 150g), thinly sliced
  • 3 large eggs

ACCESSORIES

  • 2-3 Pickled peppers (available in most grocery stores), cut into sections
  • Green onions, chopped (for garnish)

SEASONINGS

  • A pinch of salt
  • 1 teaspoon cooking wine (optional, can use a splash of white wine or skip)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (available in the Asian section of grocery stores)
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
  • some vegetable oil (or any cooking oil)

DIRECTIONS

STEP 1

Prepare the Ingredients:

Cut 3 pickled peppers into sections.Slice 150 grams of onions.

Tip:

When cutting onions, you can soak the knife in ice water for a few minutes to reduce tearing in the eyes.

Instructions for preparing pickled peppers and onions for cooking, with a helpful tip on reducing tears while cutting onions.

STEP 2

Beat the Eggs:

In a bowl, crack 3 eggs.Add a pinch of salt, a teaspoon of cooking wine and a teaspoon of sesame oil.Beat the eggs until the mixture is frothy and well combined.

Beat 3 eggs with salt, cooking wine, and sesame oil until frothy.

STEP 3

Cook the Eggs:

Heat some oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.Pour in the egg mixture and stir-fry until the eggs are just set. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Cook eggs in oil in skillet until set; remove and set aside.

STEP 4

Stir-Fry the Spices:

Add a bit more oil to the pan.Stir-fry the pickled peppers until fragrant.

Instruction to stir-fry pickled peppers until fragrant in a pan with additional oil.

STEP 5

Stir-Fry the Vegetables:

Add the sliced onions and stir-fry until they are about 80% cooked (softened but still slightly crisp).Drizzle in 1 tablespoon light soy sauce and stir well to combine.

Stir-fry sliced onions until 80% cooked, then add soy sauce.

STEP 6

Combine:

Return the scrambled eggs to the pan.Stir-fry everything together until the eggs and vegetables are well mixed and heated through.

Combine scrambled eggs with vegetables in the pan; stir-fry until heated through.

STEP 7

Finish:

Garnish with chopped green onions.

Tip:

Adding chopped green onions at the end provides a fresh flavor and a pop of color. Add them just before serving to maintain their crunch.

Garnish with chopped green onions for fresh flavor and color pop.

Recipe analyzer

  • Recipes: Stir-Fried Eggs with Onions
  • Main Ingredients:4
  • Servings per recipe:1
  • Servings size:244 g
Nutritional Summary of Recipe
Amount per 244 g= 1 serving(s)
  • Energy (calories):232 kcal
    11%
  • Protein:11.13 g
    20%
  • Fat:14.1 g Why gray?
    29%
  • Carbohydrates:17.39 g
    7%
Calorie breakdown
  • Protein: 18%
    43 kcal
  • Fat: 55%
    127 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 27%
    63 kcal
The chart shows the percentage of calories intake (energy) coming from the respective macronutrients (fats, protein and carbohydrates).
Omega 6 : Omega 3
1:1
20:1
7:1
Both fatty acids are essential, but nowadays the majority of western diets include excessive amounts of Omega 6 acid.

The ratio shows whether the proportion of both fatty acids in your diet is optimal. Red color means too much of Omega 6 or too little of Omega 3. The data are rounded off and approximate.

10 REVIEWS

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CulinaryCrazeHubNovember 17, 2024

The sweetness of the onions really shines in this dish, complemented by the savory eggs.
TasteTriumphFanNovember 05, 2024

Can I add some meat, like bacon or ham, to this dish?
reply:
November 08, 2024
Absolutely! Adding bacon or ham will introduce a savory, smoky flavor that complements the onions and eggs beautifully. Just be sure to cook the meat first before adding the onions.
SizzleScoopOctober 24, 2024

Served this with some steamed rice, and it made a satisfying and flavorful meal.
FlavorFusionFantasyOctober 14, 2024

A great way to use up leftover onions, and it comes together in minutes.
YumYumQuestOctober 02, 2024

I added some chopped spinach for extra greens, and it turned out great!
SavorySnackJourneySeptember 18, 2024

Such a simple dish, yet it’s packed with flavor—definitely a keeper.
SpiceSprinkleSeptember 03, 2024

This dish is so simple, yet the flavor is incredible. It’s now a breakfast staple in my home!
DavidJuly 22, 2024

A classic combination, sauteed just right and very homey.
adamJune 16, 2024

This dish is a twist on the traditional, with sliced onions sautéed until lightly charred, giving the whole dish a unique aroma and flavor, and it comes out so delicious!
JunJune 16, 2024

During the frying process, the flavor of onion penetrates into the egg, which is rich in taste and quite homemade. You can also adjust the ratio of onion to egg according to your personal taste!
PeterJune 16, 2024

This dish is simple but not overly flavorful, with the sweetness of the onions combining perfectly with the freshness of the eggs.
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