What culture uses eggplant?

Today you’ll find eggplant used in cuisines of the world including Greek moussaka, Middle Eastern baba ganoush, Italian eggplant parmigiana, French ratatouille, and Asian stir-fries and curries. In addition to vegetable gardens, they make colorful additions to ornamental borders with their diversity of fruits.

How can eggplant be preserved?

Cut the eggplant into approximately one-inch-thick rounds, bake in a 350°F for about 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the size of the eggplant, just until tender. Once cool, place the slices between wax paper to prevent sticking, and store in freezer bags or containers.

What is importance of eggplant?

Eggplant is a high-fiber, low-calorie food that is rich in nutrients and comes with many potential health benefits. From reducing the risk of heart disease to helping with blood sugar control and weight loss, eggplants are a simple and delicious addition to any healthy diet.

What’s the best way to freeze eggplant?

Prick whole eggplants multiple times with a fork, and roast them at 400ºF until they collapse. Cool, then scoop out the flesh and stash it in freezer bags or containers. Use this eggplant in stews, chili, dips, or ratatouille.

Should you rinse eggplant after salting?

Let the salted eggplant sit for at least 1/2 hour or up to 1 1/2 hours. You’ll see beads of moisture start to form on the surface of the eggplant as it sits. Some of the pieces may start to look a little shriveled; this is fine. When you’re ready to cook, rinse the eggplant under cold water to remove the excess salt.

Is eggplant bad for your brain?

Eggplants are a good source of phytonutrients, that boost cognitive function and mental health. Eggplants increase the blood flow to the brain, boosting memory power and analytical thoughts. It is called brain food, as the potassium in eggplants acts as a vasodilator and a brain booster.

What’s the best way to preserve eggplant for winter?

While I do love to make and pressure can zacusca, a tasty eggplant spread, the simplest way I know how to preserve eggplant for winter is the one I’ll share with you today. Grill them up! Simply light your grill as usual and place the eggplant, skin on, on the grill. Check on them frequently, and turn as needed.

What’s the best way to cook an eggplant?

Boil the eggplant for about ten minutes in a large pot filled with salted water. Once the eggplant is tender, squeeze the water out of the eggplant with a clean dishtowel. Finely chop the eggplant. In a large bowl, mix together the eggplant, egg, rosemary, garlic, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper. Shape the mixture into patties.

How to preserve eggplant in a water bath Canner?

Place a lid on each jar, and secure with a canning ring. Bring the water to a full rolling boil in a water bath canner. Lower the filled jars into the canner using canning tongs.

Where can I buy eggplant for the summer?

They thrive in the hot, humid summers, and even better, our local CSA farmer has a HUGE crop each summer. I grow them in our garden, and also buy dozens of large eggplants to preserve.