Torta is "omelet" and talong is "eggplant," but this Filipino dish is more like an egg-battered cutlet eaten for breakfast or lunch.
Provided by Nicole Ponseca
Categories Philippines Eggplant Summer Fall Breakfast Brunch Dinner Egg Quick & Easy
Yield 2-4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the broiler.
- Lay the eggplants in a single layer on a baking sheet and broil them, flipping once or twice, until they are soft and blackened on all sides, about 15 minutes. (If you have a gas stove, you can do this by holding the eggplants with tongs over a burner on medium-high heat, turning them so they blacken on all sides.)
- Place the softened eggplants in a ziplock bag. Set aside for 10 minutes to steam (this makes the skin easier to peel). Peel the eggplants, discarding the skins, and use a fork to gently flatten the flesh.
- Put the eggs in a shallow bowl. Beat well and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Dip each eggplant in the beaten eggs, letting it soak for a second or two so that it is well covered with the egg. Season the egg-dipped eggplant with additional salt and pepper and place it in the skillet. Repeat with the other eggplant, making sure there's room between them in the skillet. Place 1 tablespoon of the crab (if using) on top of each eggplant, pressing it down with a fork.
- When the eggplants are crispy and browned on one side, 4 to 5 minutes, flip them over and cook until browned and crispy on the second side, about 3 minutes more. Transfer the eggplants to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- Serve hot or at room temperature, with fish sauce.
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Sinokuhle Mboli
[email protected]I made this omelet for breakfast this morning and it was delicious! It was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.
Srabon SM
[email protected]This omelet was so good! I love the combination of eggplant and eggs. It was also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
Ghahowa Phiri
[email protected]I made this omelet for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. It was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Tonay Idk
[email protected]This omelet was so good! I love the combination of eggplant and eggs. It was also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
Haseeb mirza
[email protected]I made this omelet for breakfast this morning and it was delicious! It was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.
Jan pakhi
[email protected]This omelet was so good! I love the combination of eggplant and eggs. It was also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
Ashiq Buledi
[email protected]I made this omelet for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. It was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Prince Santo
[email protected]This omelet was so good! I love the combination of eggplant and eggs. It was also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
Sabab Islam
[email protected]I made this omelet for breakfast this morning and it was delicious! It was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.
Rb Alzadjali
[email protected]This omelet was so good! I love the combination of eggplant and eggs. It was also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
Spm
[email protected]I made this omelet for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. It was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Ikechukwu Ojus
[email protected]This omelet was so good! I love the combination of eggplant and eggs. It was also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
matina israel
[email protected]I made this omelet for breakfast this morning and it was delicious! It was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.
Dustin Evie
[email protected]This omelet was so good! I love the combination of eggplant and eggs. It was also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
Fan Fan
[email protected]I made this omelet for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. It was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Iftikhar iffe
[email protected]This omelet was delicious! I love the combination of eggplant and eggs, and the vegetables added a nice flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Alex, Godzilla and Appleblossom
[email protected]I made this eggplant omelet for breakfast this morning and it was so good! It was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.
Boba Playz
[email protected]This eggplant omelet is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy breakfast, lunch, or dinner. I love that it is packed with vegetables and protein, and it is also a great way to use up leftover eggplant. I will defini