Tortang Talong

Directions

  1. 1Roast the whole eggplant in an oven at 200 degrees.
  2. 2Cover the roasted eggplant with aluminum foil to let it sweat.
  3. 3Peel the skin off the eggplant, leaving the stem attached.
  4. 4Whisk the egg in a bowl and season with salt, pepper, and optional turmeric.
  5. 5Dip and coat the peeled eggplant in the whisked egg, mashing it slightly with a fork.
  6. 6Cook the egg-coated eggplant in a frying pan until the egg is set.

Ingredients

  • 1 whole eggplant
  • 1 whole egg
  • kosher salt (optional)
  • pepper (optional)
  • turmeric (optional)

Equipment

ovenbaking dishaluminum foilbowlforkfrying panspatula

Tips

  • Prick the eggplant with a fork before roasting to prevent it from exploding in the oven.
  • The egg mixture can be seasoned with curry powder, paprika, or chopped garlic for extra flavor.
  • Serve the dish on its own for a light dinner, or pair it with white rice, unsweetened yogurt, and chili oil for a complete meal.