Ensaladang Talong

Ingredients for Ensaladang Talong

• 3 Chinese eggplants
• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 1 medium white onion, chopped
• 2 tbsp bagoong (shrimp paste), or sea salt for a vegetarian option
• 1 medium red chili, sliced
• 3/4 cup coconut vinegar or white vinegar
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

How to cook Ensaladang Talong

1. 1.Halve eggplants crosswise and grill until fully soft and cooked through.
2. 2.Cool slightly, scrape the flesh from the skins, and roughly chop it.
3. 3.Combine eggplant, tomatoes, onion, bagoong or sea salt, chili, vinegar, and black pepper in a bowl.
4. 4.Mix well, transfer to a small serving plate, and serve.