What can I substitute for eggplant?
Running low on eggplant? Here are the best verified substitutes, including how to adjust your measurements.
About eggplant
Eggplant is a glossy purple vegetable native to South Asia, now grown worldwide in warm climates. It has a mild, slightly earthy flavour and tender, spongy flesh that absorbs surrounding flavours readily. In cooking, eggplant acts as a neutral base that takes on oils, spices, and sauces easily, making it ideal for grilling, roasting, or stewing. Its creamy texture when cooked provides substance to vegetarian dishes.
Dairy-freeVeganGluten-freeNut-free
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No verified substitutes have been added yet for this ingredient.
What is eggplant called in other countries?
| Country | Name |
|---|---|
| Australia | eggplant |
| Canada | eggplant |
| New Zealand | eggplant |
| United Kingdom | aubergine |
| United States | eggplant |
Common names for eggplant
aubergine