Torta Talong

Name: Torta Talong
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 2 Asian eggplants; 2 large eggs; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp ground black pepper; 2 tbsp vegetable oil

A classic Filipino eggplant omelet made with charred eggplant flattened and pan-fried in a savory egg coating.

35 minEasyServes 2220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 Asian eggplants
2 large eggs
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

1

Char 2 Asian eggplants directly over a medium-high stovetop flame for 8 to 10 minutes until skins are blackened and flesh is soft.
2

Let Asian eggplants cool slightly, peel off charred skin while keeping stems intact, and gently flatten flesh with a fork.
3

In a wide shallow dish, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper.
4

Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
5

Dip each flattened Asian eggplants into the egg mixture until well coated, then place into the hot skillet and pour remaining egg over top.
6

Pan-fry for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and fully set.

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Questions

What is Torta Talong?

A classic Filipino eggplant omelet made with charred eggplant flattened and pan-fried in a savory egg coating. This reference files it under Filipino lunch: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 35 minutes start to finish.

What should Torta Talong look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 6: cook until golden brown and fully set.

Is Torta Talong keto-friendly?

A serving of Torta Talong carries 12 g of carbohydrate, 5 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 60 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 12 percent.

Does Torta Talong contain eggs?

Yes: 2 large eggs. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many carbs are in Torta Talong?

One serving (the recipe makes 2) has 12 g of carbohydrate in about 220 calories, with 10 g protein and 15 g fat, plus 5 g fiber and 380 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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