Tag: Eggplant

Indian eggplants are best suited for cooked applications such as grilling, roasting, baking, and stir-frying. They can be sliced and grilled and used in pasta dishes, chopped and used as a meat substitute in stir-fries, or dipped in breadcrumbs and fried. Can you eat the skin of Indian eggplant? Yes, you can eat the skin. […]

Light colored eggplants are prone to yellowing when they’re approaching an over-ripe state. If this color is appearing on your larger eggplants, but sparing the smaller ones, try harvesting the fruits earlier. Why did my eggplants turn yellow? Why is my eggplant going yellow? JERRY: As eggplant mature they do tend to go yellow and […]

Black Beauty is prized for its large size, delicate creamy flavor, and surprisingly early maturity for such a large eggplant, sometimes maturing as little as 75 days after transplanting. How do you know when Black Beauty eggplant is ripe? Pick the fruit before the glossy, dark skin begins to fade. (The color and glossiness of […]

Old or overripe eggplants or those that are off color or sit out for a while after being harvested are more likely to exhibit a bitter flavor. Therefore, choose eggplants that are heavy, shiny and firm and avoid eggplants that are off-colored and/or do not exhibit a bright, glossy color. Which eggplant is less bitter? […]

Quick Sowing Guide Method Sow direct or raise seedlings Sowing Depth 5mm Plant Height 50cm Position Full sun, moist well drained soil Days Until Maturity 80 days How quickly does eggplant grow? Eggplants are ready to harvest as soon as 70 days after sowing the seeds. Harvest fruits with skin that is glossy and thin. […]

Spicy Thai Eggplant (1 cup) contains 14g total carbs, 11g net carbs, 3.5g fat, 3g protein, and 100 calories. Is Thai eggplant Keto friendly? Also yes! Even though it is a keto friendly fruit like tomatoes, eggplant naturally contains very few carbs per serving. And although they are in the nightshade family like potatoes, they […]

The shinier eggplants are, the fresher they are. The fresher and younger they are, the sweeter they are. Be sure to choose ones that are heavy, which means they haven’t started to dry out inside. How do I make sure my eggplant is not bitter? If you are worried that the eggplant might be bitter, […]

There are many varieties of aubergines/eggplants that are used in Thai cuisine; the most common ones are Thai green aubergines (about the size of a golf ball) and the pea aubergines (about the size of grapes). They are quite bitter and are used most commonly in green and red curries. What does Thai eggplant taste […]

They make a perfect appetizer or side dish. I kept the recipe super simple, just sliced the eggplants in half, filled with a few sliced of garlic, and then drizzled with olive oil, balsamic, salt and pepper. Enjoy! Mini eggplants roasted with garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Can I eat small eggplants? […]

Full bright sun, at least six hours per day, and consistent moisture is important for growing healthy eggplants. Keep the soil moist with deep, slow waterings weekly or more often during dry weather. Eggplant plants need about 1 inch of water per week, but if the soil feels dry and the weather is hot, add […]

In any event, your eggplants are edible regardless of color, though specimens that are yellow because they are overripe will not have the best taste as would an eggplant picked at the peak of ripeness. What do you do with yellow eggplant? Yellow eggplants are best suited for cooked applications such as sautéing, frying, and […]

Eggplant Variety Believe it or not, eggplant isn’t always purple. There are many types of eggplant that come in a variety of colors ranging from white to a deep violet that’s almost black. What is this? It’s entirely possible the eggplant you’re growing is merely a different variety from any that turns purple. Why is […]

between 3 and 4 feet tall. On average, white eggplants can grow between 3 and 4 feet tall (90 to 120 cm) and about 3 feet wide. Depending on the variety, the fruit can weigh anywhere between 3 ounces (85 g) and 1 pound (450 g). How do you know when white eggplant is ready […]

One of the most common reasons eggplant leaves turn white is due to sun scorch. In this instance, the white color starts out as a small spot here and there and eventually spreads to engulf the entire leaf. In some cases, it can appear as if you have splashed a bottle of bleach throughout the […]

How do you pick the best Chinese eggplant? Picking Chinese eggplant is the art of picking any eggplant. Look for ones that are firm and have shiny skin, and avoid any blemishes or soft spots. This means that they’ll be young, tender and full of flavor. How do you know when Chinese eggplant is ripe? […]

When/where they’re grown: Japanese eggplants are available all year-round but their peak season is summer through fall. When should I pick Japanese eggplant? 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 […]

The skin is OK to eat, but you might want to remove it if you find it too chewy. Eggplant is naturally a little bitter. Sprinkle it with salt and let it sit for 30 minutes. Do you peel Ichiban eggplant? Ichiban is the most common of the Japanese eggplant varieties. These eggplants have a […]

Like all other eggplant, Japanese eggplant is never eaten raw. But unlike larger, seedier eggplant, Japanese eggplant generally doesn’t need salting. Because of its firm texture, which turns creamy during cooking yet holds its shape, Japanese eggplant is especially good for baking, broiling, grilling, and stir-frying. Do you eat the skin of Japanese eggplant? The […]

Harvest the fruits when they are still glossy and 6 to 8 in. (15-20 cm) long for traditional-sized eggplant, 2 to 3 in. (5-7 cm) long for mini-size eggplant. Use a knife or pruning shears rather than breaking or twisting the stems. How do you know when baby eggplant is ripe? If you squeeze the […]

You cannot harvest eggplants too early. Baby eggplants are a delight to eat. What do baby eggplants taste like? 7. Little Green Eggplant. This heirloom variety is plump and round with a pale green-colored skin. It has a mild flavor and cooks up extra creamy. What is the difference between baby eggplant and regular eggplant? […]