Serves 4

For extra flavor, feel free to add 2 tablespoons of chopped red onion to this dish.

4 large eggs, lightly beaten

¼ cup beef broth

Salt and pepper to taste

½ teaspoon sugar

1 green onion, thinly sliced on the diagonal

2 tablespoons oil for stir-frying

2 Chinese sausages, cut into small pieces

• Take the beaten eggs and stir in the beef broth, salt, pepper, sugar, and green onion.

• Add 1 tablespoon oil to a preheated wok or skillet. When the oil is hot, add the sausages. Stir-fry until they are cooked and drain on paper towels.

• Add 1 tablespoon oil and turn the heat on high. When oil is hot, add the egg mixture. Scramble gently for about 30 seconds, then add the sausages. Continue scrambling until the eggs are almost cooked but still moist. Remove from the heat and let sit for a minute before serving.

Red Eggs and Ginger

The Chinese celebrate a baby's one-month birthday by holding a Red Egg and Ginger Party. Like any birthday party, guests bring gifts for the baby. Meanwhile, the proud parents hand out dyed red eggs. In Chinese culture, red symbolizes happiness, while eggs are a symbol of fertility.