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Eggplant

Eggplant is a vegetable belonging to the nightshade family. It is closely related to tobacco. Eggplant is often considered to be a very homey vegetable, and is used in dishes such as ratatouille and eggplant Parmesan.

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Can eggplant make you sleepy?

No that is only a myth. Eggplants are healthy for people.

Do any eggplants have thornes?

The eggplant may have small thorns on the stem.

What does an eggplant look like?

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How do you fry eggplant?

It won't be dangerous to do so, but eggplant cooked until soft is likely to turn into a rather unappetising mess when defrosted and reheated.

Does eggplant high in uric acid?

No, tofu does not contain uric acid.

However it contains purines, which our body breaks down into uric acid.

Tofu has however between half to a third of the uric acid contained in meat, so tofu is recommended as a meat substitute for people suffering from gout.

Soy milk seems to cause more problems than tofu, so stick to tofu or to fermented soy products such as miso or tempeh.

Moussaka with Rice?

While typical recipes for moussaka generally call for eggplant as one of the primary ingredients, authentic traditional Greek moussaka is different. Its primary ingredients are potatoes and lamb. Bechamel sauce (a sort of cream sauce) is also common in moussaka recipes, as are cheese, onions, and herbs and spices.

What does eggplant have in it?

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What countries are eggplants grown?

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Is eggplant good for you?

Eggplant is not fattening in itself, but if it is fried in oil, the oil may be fattening. In a stew, eggplant is no more fattening than any other vegetable.

What are the parts of eggplant that can be eaten?

We had an eggplant in our share last week and I just made baba gansuoh last night. I didn't really have a recipe but I pretty much did exactly what you did and just added a little chili powder. I couldn't believe how good it was!

How many carbohydrates in an eggplant?

Carbohydrates in an eggplantUncooked
  • 1.6 carbohydrates in 1 oz or 28g or eggplant, peeled
  • 2 carbohydrates in 1 oz or 28g or eggplant, unpeeled
  • 2.4 carbohydrates in a ½ cup of eggplant
  • 4.8 carbohydrates in one cup of cubed peeled eggplants
  • 26½ carbohydrates in an average size peeled eggplant (weighs about 1¼ pounds)
  • 32 carbohydrates in an average size unpeeled eggplant (weighs about 1¼ pounds)

Cooked (boiled or steamed)

  • 2½ carbohydrates in 1 oz or 28g or eggplant
  • 10 carbohydrates in a 4 oz or 114g portion of eggplant
  • 4½ carbohydrates in a ½ cup of eggplant
  • 9 carbohydrates in one cup of cubed eggplant

For the carbohydrate content of other vegetables, and fruits, and for free fruit and vegetable carbohydrate charts that you can use as daily guides for either weight loss or weight maintenance, see the page links, further down this page, listed under Sources and Related Links.

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Can a sugar glider eat eggplant?

As a general rule, sugar gliders do not eat lettuce. They prefer sweet substances such as fruits, berries, plant sap and nectar, and for protein they will eat insects.

For a list of foods which sugar gliders in captivity can eat, see the related link below.

How do you peel an eggplant?

Basically the same way you peel any vegetable. A vegetable peeler works pretty well, though can be hard to get started with. A sharp paring knife will work well also.

Pop under the grill, allow to char slightly, allow to cool, peel, enjoy.

When is eggplant ready to cook?

It depends on how thick the slices are. If they're around one-half inch thick, you should grill it about 2 minutes on each side. If you want it softer, you can put it in a sealed container while it's hot and it will keep cooking for several minutes.

Where are eggplants grown?

Egg plants are easy to grow.Get seeds of eggplant.Sow plenty seeds in a pot full of earth or in prepared soil.Water it every day.After few days small plants will grow out.When they become few inches tall pluck out the plants from initial place and put them in small pits on the earth planned for cultivation with roots and small part of stem buried.Water it and add fertilizer just like any garden plant.After few moths plants become mature start yielding egg fruit.

Do eggplant live in very cold country?

yes it can but it has to have a sweater on.

Is eggplant shrub or vine?

The eggplant, aubergine, melongene, brinjal, or guinea squash (Solanum melongena) is a plant of the family Solanaceae (also known as the nightshades) and genus Solanum. It bears a fruit of the same name, commonly used as a vegetable in cooking. As a nightshade, it is closely related to thetomato and potato and is native to Nepal, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.

What is land preparation for eggplant?

Land preparation for eggplant involves several key steps to ensure optimal growth. First, the soil should be cleared of weeds and debris, followed by tilling to aerate and improve soil structure. Amending the soil with organic matter, such as compost, can enhance fertility and drainage. Finally, it’s important to create raised beds or rows to facilitate water drainage and improve plant health.

Do mice eat eggplants?

yes mice can eat tomatoes.I've actually seen one eat a tomatoe.

Can you bake eggplant parmesan the next day?

No, any food left unrefrigerated over two hours has begun to acquire bacteria and is contaminated. It would not be safe to eat.

Seeds in an eggplant?

That isn't a question - rephrase it and let us know what you meant to ask.

What does eggplant smell like?

Like a normal eggplant because it tastes bad to begin with.