--- title: "Silky Scrambled Eggs (炒滑蛋)" description: "Silky Scrambled Eggs is a classic home-style dish with a tender, smooth texture and a rich egg aroma, with a subtle hint of milk. Eggs are rich in high-quality protein and various vitamins, making them nutritious and easy to digest. The method is very beginner-friendly, and from prep to serving it takes only about 5 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a quick energy boost when you're busy." image: "https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/ai-generated/other_chao-hua-dan.jpg" url: "https://cookbook.cn-trending.com/r/vegetable_dish_chao-hua-dan/" --- # Silky Scrambled Eggs **炒滑蛋 · chǎo huá dàn** > Time: 5 min · Difficulty: Very Easy · Calories: 391 kcal · Serves: 1 serving · Category: [Vegetables](https://cookbook.cn-trending.com/c/vegetable_dish/) (素菜) Silky Scrambled Eggs is a classic home-style dish with a tender, smooth texture and a rich egg aroma, with a subtle hint of milk. Eggs are rich in high-quality protein and various vitamins, making them nutritious and easy to digest. The method is very beginner-friendly, and from prep to serving it takes only about 5 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a quick energy boost when you're busy. ![](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/ai-generated/other_chao-hua-dan.jpg) ## Ingredients - 4 pieces Eggs (鸡蛋) — per serving - Tip: It's best to choose sterile eggs for a safer and more hygienic result. - 30 ml Milk (牛奶) — per serving - Tip: Whole milk provides a richer milk aroma. - 10 ml Cooking oil (食用油) — per serving - Tip: Use a vegetable oil with a high smoke point. ## Tools Skillet, Spatula, Mixing bowl ## Method (5 steps) 1. **Prepare the Egg Mixture** — Add milk and 5ml of cooking oil to the eggs and stir until well combined. Set aside. - Duration: 1 min - Tip: Adding a small amount of cooking oil makes the scrambled eggs smoother and silkier. ![Step 1: Prepare the Egg Mixture](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/other_chao-hua-dan/step_1.jpg) 2. **Heat the Pan** — Heat the skillet over high heat for about 30s, then add 5ml of cooking oil. - Duration: 30 sec - Tip: A skillet heats more evenly, making it ideal for silky scrambled eggs. ![Step 2: Heat the Pan](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/other_chao-hua-dan/step_2.jpg) 3. **Add to the Pan** — After 30s, reduce to low heat and pour in the mixed eggs. - Duration: 30 sec - Tip: Be sure to reduce to low heat to prevent the bottom of the eggs from hardening too quickly. ![Step 3: Add to the Pan](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/other_chao-hua-dan/step_3.jpg) 4. **Push and Fold** — Let it sit in the pan for 5 seconds, then use a spatula to slowly push the egg mixture from the edges toward the center. - Duration: 20 sec - Tip: Move slowly — this is the key to creating beautiful folds and a silky, tender texture. ![Step 4: Push and Fold](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/other_chao-hua-dan/step_4.jpg) 5. **Set and Serve** — Stir-fry until the eggs are mostly set, then turn off the heat and plate. - Duration: 10 sec - Tip: Use the residual heat to fully set the egg mixture — don't leave it on the heat too long. ![Step 5: Set and Serve](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/other_chao-hua-dan/step_5.jpg) ## Tips - Finally, sprinkle with black pepper or salt to taste. ## Overview image ![Silky Scrambled Eggs — ingredients and steps overview](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/overview/other_chao-hua-dan_overview.jpg) ## Source Recipe text from [HowToCook](https://github.com/Anduin2017/HowToCook), structured by [Vibe Cook](https://github.com/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend). Public domain (Unlicense). Original: https://github.com/Anduin2017/HowToCook/blob/master/dishes/vegetable_dish/炒滑蛋/炒滑蛋.md ## Related recipes - [Stir-Fried Cucumber with Egg and Ham](https://cookbook.cn-trending.com/r/vegetable_dish_ji-dan-huo-tui-chao-huang-gua/) - [Microwave Egg Custard](https://cookbook.cn-trending.com/r/vegetable_dish_wei-bo-lu-ji-dan-geng/) - [Stir-Fried Tomato and Egg](https://cookbook.cn-trending.com/r/vegetable_dish_xi-hong-shi-chao-ji-dan/) - [Stir-Fried Zucchini with Egg](https://cookbook.cn-trending.com/r/vegetable_dish_xi-hu-lu-chao-ji-dan/) --- ```json {"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"Recipe","name":"Silky Scrambled Eggs","alternateName":"炒滑蛋","description":"Silky Scrambled Eggs is a classic home-style dish with a tender, smooth texture and a rich egg aroma, with a subtle hint of milk. Eggs are rich in high-quality protein and various vitamins, making them nutritious and easy to digest. 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