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Your Guide to Asian Produce: Eggplant

Appearance and Availability

Pale mauve to deep purple. Chinese eggplant is thin skinned. Containing few if any seeds. Body long and slim. Mild and bland, may be slightly bitter. Available late spring to early fall.

Other Names

Aubergine, Chinese long eggplant, Ngai Kwa, Mackhera, Brinjaik Terung

Nutritional Value

Good source of potassium, vitamins A, B, C.

How to Use

Fry, microwave, bake, or grill, use tempura style or add to stir-fry. Delicious raw or stuffed with favorite filling. Sliced on top of pizza.

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