Tortang Talong (Filipino Eggplant Omelete)

A comforting, affordable, and easy dish that is perfect for a quick breakfast or lunch. The charred eggplant adds a dimension of smokiness that will keep you coming back for more.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Char your eggplant over a gas stove or with a blowtorch (about 3-5 min). Then place in a bowl, cover and let it steam to soften the skin (about 5 min).

Step 2

Mince garlic and cook in a pan over medium heat until fragrant (30 sec). Add ground pork and season with salt and black pepper. Once pork is cooked, season with fish sauce and remove.

Step 3

Peel the charred skin off the eggplant and mash it with a fork until flat.

Step 4

Beat eggs in a plate, season with salt and pepper, and dip eggplant. Place in a hot non-stick pan over medium heat. Top with some ground pork and pour over the rest of the egg. Cook until each side is golden brown (1-2 min a side).

Step 5

Eat on its own or serve over rice with some banana ketchup (my preferred method).