Vegetables: Eggplant
Description
This article is from the Health Articles series.
Vegetables: Eggplant
Nutritional Information:
Good source of fiber.
What To Look For:
Skin should be smooth and taut with fresh-looking green cap
at the stem end. Should be heavy for its size. Avoid overgrown
eggplants that are more than 5 inches in diameter.
Storage, Easy Cooking:
Store at a cool room temperature or in the refrigerator. After
a few days, eggplants become unpleasantly bitter. The skins
are edible and a good source of nutrition, but they may be
peeled if you prefer.
Best Uses:
It's important to cook eggplant thoroughly for good taste
and texture. Grilling a half-inch slice takes about 2 minutes,
while baking 2 halves takes about 30 minutes. Season with
basil, oregano, tomatoes, olives, peppers, and lemon juice.
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