Ginisang Talong with Bagoong

Ingredients for Ginisang Talong with Bagoong

• 3 Asian eggplants, sliced lengthwise
• 500 g minced pork, 30% fat
• 1/2 cup water
• 3 tbsp cane vinegar
• 1 tsp sugar
• 3 tbsp bagoong alamang
• 1 large tomato, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red onion, chopped
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Oil, for cooking

How to cook Ginisang Talong with Bagoong

1. 1.Heat oil in a wok over medium heat; sauté garlic and onion until softened.
2. 2.Add minced pork and cook, stirring often, until light brown.
3. 3.Add tomato and cook until soft and saucy.
4. 4.Add eggplant, water, vinegar, sugar, and bagoong alamang; boil, then simmer on low for 5 minutes.
5. 5.Season with black pepper, mix well, and cook 3 minutes more until eggplant is tender.
6. 6.Serve hot.