Ilocano Poqui-Poqui - Eggplant Hash with Tomatoes and Eggs

The Ilocano Poqui-Poqui -Eggplant Hash with Tomatoes and Eggs is a classic, beloved family favorite. The eggplants are roasted or broiled, then peeled. Tangy-garlicky flavors are incorporated into the vegetable mixture. Then beaten eggs are poured as the eggplants are on a skillet. This recipe was shared by our Quirino cousin, Gina Adea. Serves 2 as a side.

Cook Time38

Total Time38

Course: Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish, Vegetables

Cuisine: American, Asian, Filipino

Keyword: Filipino Ilocano Poqui Poqui Eggplant Hash

Servings: people

Calories: 64kcal

Author: Asian in America recipe

Ingredients

3 whole Asian eggplants or use 1 large Aubergine
1 Tablespoon patis (fish sauce)
1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
4 cloves fresh garlic peeled, minced
1 whole onion chopped
3 whole large tomatoes chopped, divided, use 1/2 of chopped tomatoes for eggplants, rest to garnish
2 whole eggs beaten
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

Roast or broil the eggplants for about 15 to 20 minutes over high heat. When outer skin turns dark and burnt, peel it off.
*Note: To roast in the oven, place in a flat, pre-greased baking tray. Roast in a preheated oven of 400 F for 30 minutes. When done, cool eggplants till easy to handle. Peel off skin.
Mash the eggplants, add the fish sauce. Set aside.
In a medium-sized skillet, heat vegetable oil. After 2 minutes, when oil is hot, sauté the garlic, onions and tomatoes.
Add the eggplants. Slowly pour the beaten eggs.
Cook 6 minutes more till eggs are absorbed and the dish looks dry.
Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with sliced tomatoes.
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