Chinese Recipes
Spinach and Egg Stir-Fry
Spinach and Egg Stir-Fry is a simple Chinese home-style dish made with tender spinach and fluffy scrambled eggs. Quick to prepare and packed with nutrients, it is a popular everyday side dish that pairs perfectly with steamed rice.
- Total
- 10 Minutes
Quick Recipe Summary
- Cuisine
- Chinese
- Category
- Chinese Recipes
- Method
- Stir-fry
- Total Time
- 10 Minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Main Ingredient
- Spinach
About This Recipe
Spinach and Egg Stir-Fry is a simple Chinese home-style dish made with tender spinach and fluffy scrambled eggs. Quick to prepare and packed with nutrients, it is a popular everyday side dish that pairs perfectly with steamed rice.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Ready in about 10 minutes, so it can fit into a busy cooking day.
- Beginner-friendly enough for cooks who are still building confidence in the kitchen.
- Helpful for practicing timing, heat control, and the order of adding ingredients.
- Uses eggs in an approachable way with simple, easy-to-follow cooking steps.
- Gives the dish a clear savory flavor profile without making the method feel complicated.
Ingredients
- 100 g Spinach
- 2 Eggs
- 1 tbsp Camellia Oil
- 2 g Salt
Ingredient Notes
These notes explain the role of the main ingredients so the recipe is easier to adjust.
Spinach
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Eggs
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Camellia Oil
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Salt
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Ingredients & Techniques Used in This Recipe
These guides explain the key sauces, ingredients, and cooking techniques used in this recipe, so you can understand the dish instead of only following steps.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1
Wash the spinach thoroughly and cut it into bite-sized pieces.
Step 2
Crack the eggs into a bowl and beat until smooth.
Step 3
Heat the camellia oil in a wok or skillet. Pour in the beaten eggs.
Step 4
When the eggs begin to set, scramble them into small curds.
Step 5
Add the spinach and stir-fry until wilted.
Step 6
Season with salt and toss until evenly combined.
Step 7
Transfer to a serving plate and serve hot.
Cooking Tips
- Do not overcook the spinach to preserve its bright color and nutrients.
- Cook the eggs until just set for the softest texture.
- Camellia oil adds a distinctive aroma, but other neutral cooking oils can be substituted.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve it with steamed rice when you want a simple Chinese home-cooked meal.
- Add a light soup or cold vegetable side if the stir-fry is salty, spicy, or saucy.
- Keep rice or noodles ready before cooking because stir-fries are best served immediately.
Recipe Card
Spinach and Egg Stir-Fry is a simple Chinese home-style dish made with tender spinach and fluffy scrambled eggs. Quick to prepare and packed with nutrients, it is a popular everyday side dish that pairs perfectly with steamed rice.
Ingredients
- 100 g Spinach
- 2 Eggs
- 1 tbsp Camellia Oil
- 2 g Salt
Method
- Wash the spinach thoroughly and cut it into bite-sized pieces.
- Crack the eggs into a bowl and beat until smooth.
- Heat the camellia oil in a wok or skillet. Pour in the beaten eggs.
- When the eggs begin to set, scramble them into small curds.
- Add the spinach and stir-fry until wilted.
- Season with salt and toss until evenly combined.
- Transfer to a serving plate and serve hot.
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