Ramadan Recipes: Eggplant Omelet
Tortang Talong, or eggplant omelet, is a savory dish made by frying an egg-battered eggplant. It is a common weeknight side dish in the Philippines.
Ingredients
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- 10 Minutes
- 4 Serving
- 187 Calories
- 4 Chinese eggplants
- 2 raw eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons cooking oil
Eggplant Omelet
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Method & Directions
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- 12 Minutes
- Grill the eggplants
تم نسخ الرابطFor a smoky flavor, grill the eggplants until the color of the skin turns almost black. Let the eggplants cool for a while then peel off the skin. Set aside.
- Prepare the egg mixture
تم نسخ الرابطCrack the eggs and place them in a bowl, add salt and beat.
- Coat the eggplants
تم نسخ الرابطPlace the eggplants on a flat surface and flatten them using a fork, then dip them in the egg mixture.
- Fry the eggplant omelet
تم نسخ الرابطHeat a pan, pour the cooking oil, and fry the eggplant that was dipped in the beaten mixture on medium heat for about 4 minutes on each side.
- Serve
تم نسخ الرابطWhen both sides are cooked, serve it! It is commonly served as a side dish along with rice and a meat dish.