{"data":{"name":"Tortang talong","slug":"tortang-talong","scientific_name":null,"alternate_names":[],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Tortang talong is a Filipino egg dish made with grilled or roasted eggplant (talong) mixed with beaten eggs, then pan-fried until set. It\u2019s usually served as a main viand or part of a meal.","common_uses_philippines":["Tortang talong","Tortang giniling","Tortang talong with bagoong","Tortang kamote","Itlog na maalat"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":null},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":250,"protein_g":4.64,"fat_g":23.08,"saturated_fat_g":9.6,"carbohydrates_g":5.89,"fiber_g":1.6,"sugars_g":2.81,"sodium_mg":387.2,"potassium_mg":263.96},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":45,"calcium_mg":22.63,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0.83,"phosphorus_mg":72.79,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":60.28,"total_ash_g":1.51,"trans_fat_mg":0,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.94,"vitamin_a_ug":272.2,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.12,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.16,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.63,"vitamin_c_mg":3,"water_g":114.12,"zinc_mg":0.36},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Eggplant adds fiber and helps you feel full, while eggs provide protein to support muscle and keep you satisfied between meals. In your serving, the main things to watch are the total fat, saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium\u2014these can add up if the dish is cooked with lots of oil or if you eat it frequently. The good news: with balanced portions and not overloading the oil, tortang talong can fit well into a daily eating pattern of 3 full meals plus 1\u20132 snacks.","healthier_tips":["Use a nonstick pan or just enough oil to lightly coat the pan.","Keep the portion to about 1 serving (around 152 g), then pair with extra vegetables (e.g., ensaladang pipino, tomatoes, or mixed greens).","If you\u2019re watching cholesterol or saturated fat, consider using more eggplant and less egg (or mix with additional egg whites if available).","Go easy on salty sides (like bagoong or salted fish) to help manage sodium.","For a balanced plate: add a serving of carbs (like rice or kamote) only if it\u2019s your main meal, and include a vegetable side."]},"data_quality":{"source":"Community recipe estimate","source_code":"community_recipe","daily_values_reference":"RENI 2002","notes":["Values are estimates per 100g edible portion.","Actual nutrients may vary by preparation and variety."]},"links":{"self":"https:\/\/api.juanutrisyon.info\/api\/foods\/tortang-talong?agent=true"}}}