How to - Tortang Talong

Ingredients

whole eggplant
egg
salt and pepper to taste
cooking oil

YouTube Video Source : Panlasang Pinoy

Procedure

1. Heat whole eggplant on the stove top. Carefully rotating it to evenly heat the outer surface. Once the outer layer darkens and steam comes out (according to video), remove from heat and let it cool down, enough to remove its peel.
2. In a separate bowl, beat egg and seasoning together.
3. Heat cooking oil in a pot while preparing the eggplant.
4. Slightly press eggplant to flatten it and dip it in the egg.
5. Fry the dipped eggplant and gently flip on each sides to cook evenly. Pour the remaining egg to the eggplant to have a more even coating.
6. Serve with a ketchup or any desired sauce.