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OriginBelieved to have originated in India and Southeast Asia.
VarietiesInclude Japanese, Chinese, and Italian types, which often appear in smaller sizes.
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Store unwashed at room temperature for a day or two, or in the refrigerator's crisper drawer for up to a week. They are best used when fresh.
Cooking Tips
Don't peel baby eggplants; the skin is thin and edible.
Roast, grill, or pan-fry them until tender and slightly caramelized for the best flavor.
Marinate them before cooking to infuse them with additional flavor.
They can be stuffed if cut in half lengthwise.
Pairs With
Garlic
Tomatoes
Onions
Herbs like basil, oregano, and mint
Spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika
Olive oil
Lemon
Yogurt or tahini
Common Mistakes
Overcooking them, which can lead to a mushy texture.
Using them in recipes that call for mature eggplants without adjusting cooking times, as they cook faster.
Also called
Aliases
- Baby Eggplantsplural
/baby-eggplants