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Stir-Fried Zucchini with Egg

西葫芦炒鸡蛋xī hú lu chǎo jī dàn

Time
15 min
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
224 kcal
Yield
2 servings

Stir-Fried Zucchini with Egg is a refreshing, delicious Quick & Easy Home-style dish. The zucchini is tender and juicy, the egg is fragrant and fluffy, and adding Tomato brings a sweet-tart flavor that Goes with Rice beautifully. Egg provides high-quality protein and lecithin, while zucchini is rich in vitamin C and dietary fiber, making this a nutritionally balanced meal.西葫芦炒鸡蛋是一道清爽可口的家常快手菜,西葫芦软嫩多汁、鸡蛋鲜香松软,加入西红柿后更添酸甜风味,十分下饭。鸡蛋提供优质蛋白质和卵磷脂,西葫芦含有丰富的维生素 C 和膳食纤维,搭配食用营养均衡。

Stir-Fried Zucchini with Egg

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Method9 steps

  1. 1

    Prep the Tomato

    处理西红柿

    Wash the Tomato, cut into small pieces, and set aside.

    西红柿洗净,切成小块,备用

    1 min

    • Don't cut the pieces too large so they release their juices faster.切块不宜过大,以便更快炒出汁水
    Step 1: Prep the Tomato
  2. 2

    Prep the Zucchini

    处理西葫芦

    Wash the zucchini, cut into diamonds about 4cm on each side, and set aside.

    西葫芦洗净,切成边长约为 4cm 的菱形,备用

    2 min

    • Diamond slices cook evenly and look more appealing.菱形片受热均匀且外形美观
    Step 2: Prep the Zucchini
  3. 3

    Make the Egg Mixture

    准备蛋液

    Crack 3 Egg into a Bowl, beat until well combined, and set aside.

    打三个鸡蛋到碗里,打散搅匀,备用

    40 sec

    • You can add a little cooking wine to remove any fishy smell.可以加入少许料酒去腥
    Step 3: Make the Egg Mixture
  4. 4

    Heat the Wok and Add Oil

    热锅注油

    Heat the Wok, then add 5ml - 10ml Cooking oil.

    热锅,锅内放入 5ml - 10ml 食用油

    30 sec

    • For the best result, pour in the egg mixture when the oil is just starting to smoke.油热到微微冒烟时倒入蛋液效果最好
    Step 4: Heat the Wok and Add Oil
  5. 5

    Stir-Fry the Egg

    炒鸡蛋

    Pour in the Egg, keep stirring until it sets, then use a Spatula to break it into small pieces and transfer to a Bowl. Set aside.

    倒入鸡蛋,保持翻炒至鸡蛋成固体,用锅铲分成小块后盛到碗里,备用

    2 min

    • Don't overcook the Egg; keep it tender and moist.鸡蛋不要炒得太老,保持鲜嫩
    Step 5: Stir-Fry the Egg
  6. 6

    Stir-Fry the Tomato

    炒西红柿

    Add another 5ml - 10ml Cooking oil to the wok, pour in the Tomato, and stir-fry until softened.

    锅内再放入 5ml - 10ml 食用油,倒入西红柿,炒至变软

    1 min

    • Frying until red oil appears gives a better result.炒出红油效果更佳
    Step 6: Stir-Fry the Tomato
  7. 7

    Braise the Zucchini

    焖炒西葫芦

    Add the zucchini and stir-fry evenly. Add 6g Salt, reduce the heat, and wait 4 - 5 minutes.

    倒入西葫芦一起翻炒均匀,放入 6g 食用盐,将火调小然后等待 4 - 5 分钟

    5 min

    • After adding salt, the zucchini will release water. Braise it in its own moisture; no extra water is needed.加盐后西葫芦会出水,利用自带的水分焖熟,无需额外加水
    Step 7: Braise the Zucchini
  8. 8

    Combine and Stir-Fry

    混合翻炒

    Add the reserved Egg and stir-fry over medium heat for 15 seconds.

    倒入备用的鸡蛋,中火翻炒 15 秒

    15 sec

    • Don't stir-fry too long; just let the Egg absorb the sauce.时间不宜过长,让鸡蛋吸附汤汁即可
    Step 8: Combine and Stir-Fry
  9. 9

    Serve

    出锅

    Turn off the heat and plate the dish.

    关火,盛盘

    30 sec

    • Enjoy while hot for the best texture.趁热享用口感最佳
    Step 9: Serve

Extra tips

  • Don't stir-fry the zucchini too long, or it will lose its crisp texture.西葫芦不宜久炒,否则会失去爽脆口感
  • The Tomato is the finishing touch; it's recommended not to skip it.西红柿是点睛之笔,建议不要省略
  • Braising over low heat during cooking helps preserve the natural flavor of the ingredients.制作过程中通过小火焖煮可以保留食材的原汁原味

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