Tortang Talong Eggplant Omelette

Name: Tortang Talong Eggplant Omelette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 4 medium Asian or Italian eggplant; 4 large eggs, beaten; 2 tsp fish sauce; 1/2 tsp ground black pepper; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 4 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 medium roma tomato, diced

A Filipino pan-fried omelette made by charring whole eggplants, then dipping them in seasoned beaten egg and frying until golden. A beloved budget-friendly lunch that is crispy outside and custardy within.

35 minEasyServes 4260 cal/serving

FilipinoLunchStovetopVegetarianLow CarbHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-Free

Ingredients

4 medium Asian or Italian eggplant
4 large eggs, beaten
2 tsp fish sauce
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
4 tbsp vegetable oil
2 medium roma tomato, diced

Instructions

1

Char 4 medium Asian or Italian eggplant directly over a gas burner or under the broiler, turning with tongs, until the skin is completely blackened and the flesh is soft, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool for 5 minutes.
2

Peel off and discard the charred skin. Using a fork, press and fan out the eggplant flesh into a flat shape while keeping the stem end intact.
3

In a shallow bowl, whisk together 4 beaten large eggs, 2 tsp fish sauce, 1/2 tsp ground black pepper, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder until combined.
4

Heat 4 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Dip one flattened eggplant into the egg mixture, coating both sides well. Lay it in the hot pan and pour a little extra egg mixture on top.
5

Cook until the egg is golden and set on the bottom, about 3 minutes. Flip carefully and cook the other side until golden, about 2 minutes more.
6

Repeat with remaining eggplants. Serve immediately with 2 medium diced roma tomato and steamed rice.

Questions

How long does Tortang Talong Eggplant Omelette keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Tortang Talong Eggplant Omelette?

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. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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