Pro Tips

Broil or grill the eggplants until the skin is thoroughly charred and smoky, making it easy to peel and mash flat.

Tortang Talong with Ground Pork Special

Tortang Talong with Ground Pork Special

Batangas, Luzon

Classic Filipino eggplant omelet stuffed with savory sautéed ground pork, onions, and tomatoes, dipped in beaten eggs and pan-fried until golden brown.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Total: 35 min Easy Serves 4

Instructions

  1. Grill or broil eggplants over an open flame until skin is charred all over and flesh is soft.
  2. Let cool, peel off the charred skin while keeping the green stem intact.
  3. Flatten the eggplant gently with a fork, spreading the flesh out like a fan.
  4. In a pan, sauté garlic, onion, tomato, and ground pork until cooked through. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Dip each flattened eggplant into the savory pork mixture, then coat thoroughly in beaten eggs.
  6. Pan-fry in hot oil until golden brown on both sides. Serve hot with banana ketchup.

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Pro Tips & Troubleshooting

Broil or grill the eggplants until the skin is thoroughly charred and smoky, making it easy to peel and mash flat.
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Maria Santos

Traditional Filipino & Kapampangan Cuisine

Maria Santos is a valued contributor to the UlamDaily editorial team. Based in Pampanga, she shares recipes inspired by Kapampangan and traditional Filipino comfort food — dishes she learned through years of home cooking and family tradition.

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