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Raw eggplant can have a bitter taste, with an astringent quality, but it becomes tender when cooked and develops a rich, complex flavor. Rinsing, draining, and salting the sliced fruit before cooking may remove the bitterness. [47] The fruit is capable of absorbing cooking fats and sauces, which may enhance the flavor of eggplant dishes.
Solanum aethiopicum, the bitter tomato, Ethiopian eggplant, [1] or nakati, is a fruiting plant of the genus Solanum mainly found in Asia and Tropical Africa. It is also known as Ethiopian nightshade , [ 2 ] garden eggs, pumpkin-on-a-stick , [ 3 ] [ 4 ] and mock tomato .
[6] [7] [8] The eggplant is traditionally roasted, baked or broiled over an open flame before peeling, so that the pulp is soft and has a smoky taste. [9] It is a typical meze (starter) of the regional cuisine, often served as a side to a main meal and as a dip for pita bread. [7] A very similar dish is mutabbal (Arabic: متبل, lit.
Heat the oil over medium heat in a 2-3 qt. saucepan. When it shimmers, add the diced onion, stirring occasionally. If you see browning, turn the heat down a little. After 5 minutes, add the garlic ...
1 large eggplant (1 1/2 pounds), peeled and sliced crosswise 1/4 inch thick; 4 large plum tomatoes, sliced crosswise 1/4 inch thick; extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing; salt; 1 / 3 cup chopped ...
Tortang talong, also known as eggplant omelette, [1] is an omelette or fritter from Filipino cuisine made by pan-frying grilled whole eggplants dipped in an egg mixture. [ 2 ] [ 3 ] It is a popular breakfast and lunch meal in the Philippines .
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