FILIPINO EGGPLANT OMELET (TORTANG TALONG)

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This is a popular dish in the Philippines that I've been wanting to cook but don't know how. Thanks to kathyvegas (from the website foodbuzz.com) for sharing this tasty recipe.

Provided by shinji

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 Japanese eggplants
vegetable oil
1 medium onion, diced
1 garlic clove, finely minced
10 ounces ground pork
1 large plum tomato, cut in small dice
1 tablespoon fish sauce
4 medium eggs
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • On a grill or open flame, scorch eggplant skins until blackened. (Using stem as handle, try to turn eggplants on every side to char as much of the skin as possible.) Place them whole in a heatproof dish and cover with a tight-fitting lid or plastic wrap. Let eggplants steam in the residual heat until they turn limp. Once they have had a chance to cool, gently peel away skins and discard. Set peeled eggplants aside.
  • In large pan, heat about 1 tablespoon oil till hot. Add onion & garlic and saute until light brown. Mix in ground pork and saute until cooked. Add diced tomato and cook until softened. Add fish sauce and cook over medium heat 5 minutes or until moisture has evaporated. Remove mixture from heat and set aside to cool.
  • In flat baking dish or pie pan, whisk eggs until frothy. Add both eggplants, laying them side by side with stem ends sticking up and out of the bowl together. Using a fork, gently mash eggplant meat until flattened. Add pork mixture and make sure it and eggplant are well-coated with beaten eggs. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
  • In large nonstick skillet on medium high, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Carefully slide eggplant and egg mixture into pan, with stem ends sticking up together. Lower flame to medium heat. Once egg mixture looks opaque around edges, cover pan with a large plate (should be at least 1 inch bigger than pan circumference) and quickly turn pan upside down so the eggplant mixture lands on the plate (the cooked side should be on top). Return pan to stove, add a little bit more oil on medium heat. Carefully slide the eggplants uncooked side down, into the pan. Lower heat to medium and cook until eggs are cooked through.
  • Serve hot with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.9, Fat 19.8, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 214.8, Sodium 463, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 10, Sugar 8.3, Protein 21

hayleigh harness
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This is my favorite eggplant recipe. It's so simple, but it's always a crowd-pleaser.


BRIGHT DUTCH CHIROMBO
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I love this omelet! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Gorret Hellen
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I've made this omelet several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover eggplant.


Benard Amugo
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This omelet is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Omo badoo5
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I made this omelet for breakfast this morning and it was delicious! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the eggs were cooked perfectly.


prosef kheder
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


At Your Door Moves
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this omelet. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the flavors were very well-balanced.


TMS BDT
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This is my favorite eggplant recipe. It's so simple, but it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Nate 360
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I love this omelet! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Josue Sanabria
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I've made this omelet several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover eggplant and it's also very versatile. You can add different vegetables, cheese, or meat to it.


Azanbutt Butt Sab
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This omelet is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it!


Seam Vai Official
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I made this omelet for breakfast this morning and it was delicious! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the eggs were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Bimala Gywali
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also very affordable.


Javeed zulfiqar
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this omelet. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the flavors were very well-balanced.


Sudesh Sunar
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This omelet is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. It's also a great vegetarian option.


peyton jackson
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I made this for dinner last night and it was a huge success! My husband and kids loved it. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the eggs were fluffy and flavorful.


Jonathan Lastimosa
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This is one of my favorite Filipino dishes. It's so simple to make, but it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Robert Benson
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I've never cooked with eggplant before, but this recipe made it so easy. The omelet turned out perfectly, and the flavors were amazing. I'll definitely be making this again!


Paula Roper
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This eggplant omelet is a delicious and easy dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. The eggplant is tender and flavorful, and the eggs are fluffy and light. I loved the addition of the tomatoes and onions, which added a nice sweetness and