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Binagoongang Talong - Foxy Folksy

Savory Binagoongang Talong: Easy Filipino Dish

Experience the irresistible flavors of Binagoongang Talong, a savory eggplant dish enriched with shrimp paste and pork belly.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Star
  • 1 pound Eggplants cut into 4 equal parts
For Savory Depth
  • 0.5 pound Pork Belly cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 0.25 cup Shrimp Paste (Bagoong)
For the Aromatic Base
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 3 medium Tomatoes chopped
For the Simmering Sauce
  • 0.25 cup Vinegar
  • 0.5 cup Water
  • 1-2 tablespoons Brown Sugar to balance flavors
For a Finishing Touch
  • 1-2 pieces Red Chili chopped (optional)

Equipment

  • Pan

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Fry the eggplant pieces in medium-heated oil until golden brown, then set them aside to drain.
  2. Brown the pork belly in the same pan, then sauté onion and garlic until fragrant and softened.
  3. Sauté the chopped tomatoes until they become tender and start to break down into the mixture.
  4. Stir in the shrimp paste and cook for about one minute to deepen its flavor.
  5. Add water, bring to a boil, then add vinegar and let it bubble, uncovered, for a moment.
  6. Simmer everything together, covered, until the pork is tender and the sauce has thickened, about 15-20 minutes.
  7. Dissolve the brown sugar into the sauce, then gently fold in the fried eggplant pieces.
  8. Cook for just one more minute to let the eggplant absorb the flavors, then turn off the heat.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with optional chopped red chilies for a touch of spice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

The flavor truly deepens overnight. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave or a skillet over medium heat.

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