Tag: Eggplant

The science behind retaining the purple hue is to cook and ‘lock-in’ the eggplant colour at a high temperature (above 100°C ). The most common method used by restaurants is to deep-fry the eggplants, which to me is too cumbersome and oily. How do you keep eggplant from browning? Add a hint of acidity (lemon […]

To store your leftover eggplant parm, make sure to keep it in an airtight container. Next, wrap it in plastic wrap for an extra security measure. It can keep for three to five days in the refrigerator like this. How many days does eggplant Parmesan last? Properly stored, cooked eggplant will last for 3 to […]

EGGPLANT – FRESH, COOKED To maximize the shelf life of cooked eggplant for safety and quality, refrigerate the eggplant in airtight containers or resealable bags. How do you store eggplant parmesan? Cover tightly and store in the refrigerator for up to two days. When ready to bake, remove from refrigerator, remove wrap, and bake according […]

After you add the eggplant to the boiling water, adjust the heat to maintain a simmer. Test the eggplant’s done-ness by poking it with a knife, and when it’s done, remove it with tongs or a slotted spoon. How long should you boil eggplant? Place eggplant, garlic, water and salt in a pot and bring […]

Longitudinal and concentric growth cracking also called “rain checking”, is a common weather-related condition caused by soil moisture fluctuations, persistent rainfall, and heavy dews. Melons, cucumbers, eggplant, tomato, and pepper are often affected. When fruit skins mature and toughen they become less resilient. Can eggplants be overwatered? Water Warning Eggplants suffering from over-watering and drought […]

The vegetable’s skin is completely edible and tends to soften as it cooks, so in many recipes it’s fine to leave the skin on. That said, I recommend peeling the eggplant for eggplant parmesan. As an eggplant grows larger, the skin can become tough and bitter — something that I prefer to avoid. Should eggplant […]

around 70 to 80 days. How to Harvest Japanese Eggplants. Prepare to harvest Japanese eggplants around 70 to 80 days after transplanting, or when they’re about the size of a finger (for the Little Finger variety) or a hot dog (for the Ichiban variety), and the skin is glossy and wrinkle-free. How long does Japanese […]

Sprinkle the cut side of the halved eggplant liberally with salt. Place cut side down on a paper-towel-lined baking tray for about 30 minutes. Once the moisture has seeped out, transfer eggplants, cut side down, to a 9×13 baking dish (they will overlap, which is alright, as they will shrink as they cook). What is […]

qie zi 茄子. Sweet, buttery smooth, and earthy, Chinese eggplant (qie zi 茄子) is the central ingredient in many Chinese dishes. What is Chinese eggplant called? Oriental CharmAlso known as Oriental Charm and Pingtung Long, Chinese eggplant inherently has fewer seeds than Western eggplant varieties making them less bitter and meatier. Chinese eggplants are popularly […]

After you transplant your seedlings, they take from 50 to 60 days to mature, depending on the Chinese eggplant variety. They should be about 18-inches long with firm skin when they’re ripe. Use garden shears to clip the eggplants off, close to the stem. Is Chinese eggplant easy to grow? Chinese eggplant varieties are probably […]

15-20 centimeters. Chinese eggplants are long and thin, averaging 15-20 centimeters in length and 5 centimeters in diameter. These fruits can be crooked or straight, and its thin outer skin ranges from violet to bright purple. How tall is the Chinese eggplant? 18 inches– Promoting fruit and flowers. Asian eggplants tend to grow smaller plants […]

They are never peeled. They are usually between 1-1/2 and 2-1/4 inches diameter and weigh up to 2-3/4 ounces. When cut, the seeds should be very light beige (the photo shows the darkest acceptable). If they are dark the eggplant is old and will be bitter. How big is a Chinese eggplant? Chinese eggplants are […]

Eggplants have increased in popularity in the home garden in the past several years. Many gardeners who grow this vegetable have been frustrated when an eggplant has flowers but no fruit due to the fact that the eggplant flowers fall off the plant. Do eggplant flowers turn into eggplants? Turn it on, and touch the […]

Phytophthora blight (caused by Phytophthora capsici or P. nicotianae) is a water mold that may attack eggplant roots, leaves, stems, or fruit. Symptoms include dark streaking on the upper branches of the plant, followed by the rapid collapse of the plant and death. How do you treat eggplant with leaf spots? Eggplant (Solanum melongena)-Cercospora Leaf […]

Nutrition Facts and Health Benefits of Garden Egg Leaves It helps to prevent dialysis by the total cleansing of the kidney naturally. Good for Pregnant Women. Promotes Fertility. Can Prevent Cancer. Promotes Weight Loss. Serves as Blood Tonic. Can you eat eggplant leaves? Because eggplants belong to the nightshade family, they contain an alkaloid called […]

This compound is toxic in high concentrations, so it’s best to moderate your dog’s intake of eggplant. If you grow eggplants in your garden, it’s important to note that the leaves of the plant contain more concentrated amounts of solanine. Are eggplant leaves safe for dogs? All green parts of the plant and immature/green eggplants […]

Use pathogen-free transplants. Minimize periods of high relative humidity and free moisture on leaves through the use of drip, rather than overhead irrigation, controlling weeds, increasing plant spacing, and avoiding overirrigation. Bury infected crop debris or remove and destroy infected leaves. What is the best fungicide for eggplant? Listed below are symptoms of the most […]

Here is Rose’s recipe: Cut up leaves (like you would callaloo) and wash in a solution of cold water and baking soda; then rinse. Boil leaves in water and salt (to taste) until soft/cooked. Drain and press out excess water. Sauté with tomatoes etc. or cook with a peanut sauce; or you can add meat […]

Is eggplant a bush or a vine? When eggplants get enough sun and their soil has plenty of drainage, they grow into plants that are tall and bushy. However, the heaviness of the fruits can cause the stems of the plant to lay along the ground, giving them the appearance of vines. Is an eggplant […]

Eggplant, locally known as Balanjay (Boulanger) and Baigan in Guyana is a genus of flowering plant that belongs to the nightshade family. It is often called the “king of vegetables” even though it’s technically a berry. What do Caribbean people call eggplant? balanjay – Caribbean Dictionary. Eggplant. A species of nightshade grown for its edible […]