Tortang Talong is one of the best ways to enjoy eggplant and this recipe will give you an authentic experience of the classic Filipino taste.
Ingredients
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3 large Eggplantwhole and washed
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4 pieces Eggsscrambled
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1 medium Red Onionminced
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3 cloves Garliccrushed
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1 tsp Salt
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1 tsp Black Pepperground
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1 medium Lemonjuiced (sauce)
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1/2 cup Canola Oil
Directions
Another day, another sumptuous Filipino food mga Kabayan. Let’s make Tortang Talong!
All About Tortang Talong
Tortang Talong also known as Filipino Eggplant Omelet is a classic Filipino eggplant recipe that is very easy to make. The rest of the world has its take on cooking eggplant, but for Filipinos, nothing beats a good old Tortang Talong. This recipe is even more perfect when paired with Sinangag or Garlic Fried Rice.
This classic Filipino recipe is very simple and easy to make. For the main ingredients for Tortang Talong, you only need eggplants, eggs, onion, and garlic. The only seasoning you need is salt and pepper. These ingredients may be as simple as they seem but when put together, you have one of the best ways to cook eggplants ever.
Tortang Talong is not only delicious but it is also very healthy. Eggplants are rich in fiber and nutrients thus adding it to your diet is a good way to go. Tortang Talong is also good for your heart with its good amount of flavonoids. Not only that, it is also rich in antioxidants hence the good food plus the healthy benefits.
How to Make Tortang Talong
There are many ways and versions of how Tortang Talong is prepared. Some got to the easy way like boiling the eggplant. But if you want that authentic Filipino taste, Tortang Talong is best when grilled over fire or charcoal. The eggplant being charred adds a very unique flavor to the dish which is why it is preferred.
Another secret to making a delicious and authentic Tortang Talong is by keeping it simple. There is no need on going fancy with seasoning because salt and pepper are more than enough to bring out the flavor in the dish. Just choose the freshest ingredients you can grab and you are more than ready to perfect this recipe.
If you want to go extra and add your twist to this recipe, you are always free to do so. For some, they add ground meat to the recipe. While others add tomatoes and cheese. Whatever way you prefer to prepare it is your choice but make sure to try this classic way of making Tortang Talong first.
Let’s get to cooking Tortang Talong!
Preparing the Ingredients for Tortang Talong
Wash your eggplants and pat dry. Minced the onions, crush the garlic, juice the lemon and set aside.
Cooking the Tortang Talong
Grill the eggplants over medium to high heat making sure that they are evenly charred.
When done grilling, let the eggplants cool. Once they are cool, peel the eggplants.
Mix the scrambled eggs with the onions and garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the peeled eggplants to the mixture and you are ready to fry.
Heat the pan and add the oil. When hot enough, place the eggplant with the egg mixture making sure that the eggplant is covered with just enough egg mixture.
Fry both sides until golden brown and place on top of a paper towel to drain the excess oil.
Tortang Talong Ready!
Remove the fried eggplants from the paper towel and transfer them to a plate. Prepare your sauce of choice. You can use soy sauce with lemon juice or just ketchup.
Serve the Tortang Talong with a cup of garlic rice and enjoy!
Recipe Reviews
Ingredients
| 3 large Eggplant | |
| 4 pieces Eggs | |
| 1 medium Red Onion | |
| 3 cloves Garlic | |
| 1 tsp Salt | |
| 1 tsp Black Pepper | |
| 1 medium Lemon | |
| 1/2 cup Canola Oil |
