The Dishes

Ensaladang Talong (Filipino Grilled Eggplant Salad)

Prep time: | Cook time: | Serves 4

  • 2 eggplants
  • 2 ripe and juicy plum tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 handful fresh coriander, roughly chopped
  • 3 tbs apple cider vinegar (or Datu Puti cane/coconut vinegar)
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper
  1. With a sharp knife, prick the eggplants all over. This will allow the smoke from the fire to get into the eggplants while cooking.
  2. When using a parrilla or grill, prepare some burning embers to place your eggplants on. Avoid high heat as it may burn the eggplants. Once the embers are ready, place the eggplants directly on them. Turn the eggplants every 5 minutes. After 15-20 minutes, the eggplants should collapse and char on the outside. Remove the eggplants from the grill and place them in a bowl.
  3. Cover the bowl with a plate and let the eggplants sit for 20 minutes.
  4. After 20 minutes, the eggplants should be cool enough to work with. Peel the skin off the eggplants using your hands (leave the stalk in place) and use a fork to gently flatten the flesh.
  5. Place the eggplants on a serving dish and add the chopped tomatoes, onion and coriander. Drizzle with vinegar and olive oil. Season with salt and freshly cracked pepper. Enjoy with your protein of choice and rice/bread.
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