Ensaladang Talong Grilled Eggplant Salad

Name: Ensaladang Talong Grilled Eggplant Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 4 medium Asian eggplants (or small Italian eggplants); 2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced; 1/2 medium red onion, finely diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tbsp cane vinegar (or white wine vinegar); 2 tsp fish sauce (omit for full vegan); 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 green onions, sliced

A smoky Filipino salad of whole eggplants charred directly over a flame, then peeled and dressed with tomatoes, onion, and a tangy vinegar dressing. Simple, vibrant, and naturally vegan, it is a perfect side to any grilled main.

25 minEasyServes 4130 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 medium Asian eggplants (or small Italian eggplants)
2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
1/2 medium red onion, finely diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp cane vinegar (or white wine vinegar)
2 tsp fish sauce (omit for full vegan)
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

1

Preheat grill to high heat. Place 4 medium Asian eggplants (or small Italian eggplants) directly on the grates and grill, turning occasionally, for 12-15 minutes until the skin is completely charred and the flesh is very soft.
2

Transfer charred eggplants to a bowl, cover loosely with a plate, and let steam for 5 minutes. This makes the skin easier to remove.
3

Peel off and discard the charred skin. Place the eggplant flesh on a cutting board and slice or tear into strips. Transfer to a serving plate.
4

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp cane vinegar (or white wine vinegar), 2 tsp fish sauce (omit for full vegan), 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
5

Scatter 2 medium diced ripe tomatoes and 1/2 medium finely diced red onion over the eggplant. Drizzle the dressing over everything.
6

Top with 2 sliced green onions and serve immediately at room temperature.

Questions

How long does Ensaladang Talong Grilled Eggplant Salad keep?

Dressed, it is best the day it is made. Keep the components separate and refrigerated and they hold about two days; dress just before serving.

Can I halve or double Ensaladang Talong Grilled Eggplant Salad?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. Doubling on the grill just takes more surface area; keep the heat zones the same.

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