番茄炒蛋 · Fān qié chǎo dàn
Tomato & Egg Stir-fry
Soft eggs, juicy tomatoes, and a little sauce to spoon over rice. A comforting place to begin your Chinese cooking journey.
Gently poached boneless chicken with a warm ginger-scallion dressing. A thermometer makes the poaching stage easier to judge.
Finely mince half the ginger and scallions for dressing. Slice the remaining ginger and cut remaining scallions into sections.
Bring water, ginger slices, and scallion sections to a boil in a saucepan.
Add chicken and lower to a steady gentle simmer. Cook about 15–20 minutes, checking the thickest part reaches 74°C; extend as needed.
Move chicken to a clean board and rest 5 minutes before slicing. Do not use a raw-meat board.
In a small pan heat oil over medium-low heat. Cook minced ginger and scallion for 30–60 seconds, season with salt and optional soy sauce, and spoon over chicken.
Keep the liquid gently simmering rather than repeatedly switching the heat off.
Chicken thighs: Chicken breast can work but may dry more easily; still check 74°C.
Chicken must reach 74°C / 165°F in the thickest part. Keep raw poultry and cooked food separate.
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