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Chinese Eggplant

Solanum melongena Allergen-Free
Chinese Eggplant

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Solanaceae
  • Primary Cuisine East Asian
  • Seasonality Summer-Autumn
  • Source Eggplant Plant

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Chinese Eggplant ?

A long, slender variety of eggplant with tender skin, fewer seeds, and a mild, slightly sweet flavor.

"Its thin skin and creamy flesh absorb marinades beautifully, making it a wok-friendly champion."

Quel goût a le/la/l'Chinese Eggplant ?

Mild, sweet, slightly earthy, creamy

Taste
Mild, Slightly Sweet
Texture
Tender, Creamy, Absorbent
Aroma
Subtle, Earthy
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Culinary Preference

Stir-frying, steaming, braising

Global Production (Eggplant)

Over 55 million tons annually

Skin Tenderness

No peeling required

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 100g
Calories25 kcal
Total Fat0.2 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein1 g
Total Carbohydrate6 g
Dietary Fiber3 g
Total Sugars3.2 g
Calcium9 mg
Iron0.2 mg
Potassium229 mg

Le secret du chef

Chinese eggplant cooks faster and absorbs less oil than its larger cousins due to its thinner skin and fewer seeds, making it excellent for quick stir-fries.

Substituts & Proportions pour Chinese Eggplant

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Chinese Eggplant est Japanese Eggplant, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Nearly identical in flavor, texture, and cooking properties, perfect substitute.

Substituts pour Chinese Eggplant avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Japanese Eggplant Meilleur 1:1 Nearly identical in flavor, texture, and cooking properties, perfect substitute.
Italian Eggplant 1:1 Larger, often requires salting to reduce bitterness, but similar creamy texture when cooked.
Zucchini 1:1
Portobello Mushroom 1:1 Offers a meaty texture and umami flavor, good for grilling or roasting as a main.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Chinese Eggplant

  1. Look for firm, glossy eggplants without blemishes.
  2. Store in a cool, dark place, not the fridge.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Chinese Eggplant ?

  • Stir-fries
  • Braises
  • Grills
  • Roasts
  • Curries
  • Pickles

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Chinese Eggplant ?

Mild, sweet, slightly earthy, creamy Subtle, Earthy

Quel est un bon substitut pour Chinese Eggplant ?

Le meilleur substitut est Japanese Eggplant (1:1). Nearly identical in flavor, texture, and cooking properties, perfect substitute.

Comment choisir et conserver le Chinese Eggplant ?

Look for firm, glossy eggplants without blemishes. Store in a cool, dark place, not the fridge.

Ingrédients Vegetable associés

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