茄子 - nasu
The scientific name for Japanese eggplant is Solanum melongena.
Japanese eggplant is generally sweeter and milder in taste compared to Chinese eggplant, which can be slightly bitter. Japanese eggplant also has a thinner skin and a more tender texture, while Chinese eggplant has a firmer texture and thicker skin. Culinary uses for Japanese eggplant include stir-frying, grilling, and tempura, while Chinese eggplant is often used in braised dishes and stews.
Yes. American, Italian, Holland, Japanese and Chinese eggplants are all similar enough to make the same recipes. Japanese or Chinese may be less convenient however because of their slim shape.
茄子 (なす) (nasu) is the Japanese word for eggplant.
eggplant, elderberry
Eggplant.
eggplant parmigiana, eggplant salad, eggplant al funghetto...
there is only one i can think of and that is the eggplant
Some popular American eggplant recipes to try are eggplant parmesan, grilled eggplant, eggplant rollatini, and ratatouille.
No, there is no egg in an eggplant. We call it an eggplant though because it is in the shape of an egg.
Eggplant is a fruit.
Eggplant is not toxic.