Tomato and Egg Noodles
This 20-minutes one-pot Tomato and Egg Noodles recipe features juicy peeled tomatoes, savory soy-based sauce, and perfectly pan-fried eggs with crispy edges and runny yolks. Cooked all in one pan, the noodles soak up the rich tomato broth, making it a comforting and easy meal. Customize with your favorite toppings like spam, veggies, or fresh herbs for a quick, satisfying dish.
Equipment
- Nonstick pan with lid for frying eggs, sautéing, and cooking the noodles
- knife and cutting board for chopping tomatoes and optional toppings
- small bowl to mix the sauce
- Measuring spoons for accurate sauce measurements
Ingredients
- 2 large frozen tomatoes (Freezing tomatoes breaks down their cell structure, helping them release more juice during cooking. Fresh tomatoes work too, but you may need to add a bit of water as needed.)
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp chili oil (Half chili, half oil; or 1 tbsp cooking oil for non-spicy version)
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 portion fresh noodles (120 to 150 grams; 4 to 5.3 oz)
Sauce (mix in a small bowl):
- 2 tbsp light soy sauce
- ½ tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp ketchup (or 1 tsp tomato paste)
- ½ tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp chicken bouillon (optional)
Optional toppings:
- 1 piece Pan-fried spam
- ½ cup Vegetables (e.g., a handful of beansprouts or lettuce)
- 1 tbsp Chopped green onions or cilantro
Instructions
- Soak 2 frozen tomatoes in cold water for 10 minutes.
- Combine all the sauce ingredients (listed above) in a small bowl and stir until well blended.
- Once the tomatoes are softened, peel off their skin and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat 2 tbsp chili oil (or 1 tbsp regular oil) in a nonstick pan over medium heat.
- Gently crack 2 eggs into the pan and sauté until both sides are golden and crispy, with a runny yolk (or fry sunny-side up eggs if preferred). If using spam, sauté it together with the eggs. Remove the eggs and spam and set them aside on a plate.
- In the same pan, use the leftover oil to sauté 1 tsp minced garlic over medium heat for 30 seconds.
- Add chopped tomatoes and pan-fry for 1 minute.
- Pour in the prepared sauce, stir to combine.
- Add 1 portion of fresh noodles directly into the pan. Use chopsticks to gently spread the noodles over the tomato sauce.
- Cover the pan with a lid and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, or follow your noodle’s package instructions.
- The tomatoes will release water to create a broth. If you want more soup, add some hot water to adjust based on your preference.
- Place the fried eggs on top of the noodles. Add your favorite toppings like pan-fried spam, beansprouts, or greens. Garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro.
- Enjoy your cozy, savory bowl of tomato and egg noodles! Perfect for any time you want a quick, comforting meal with a hint of spice🌶️ or not, your choice!