List of eggplant dishes

List of Eggplant Dishes is a comprehensive compilation of various dishes and recipes that prominently feature the eggplant as a key ingredient. The eggplant, also known as aubergine, is a plant species in the nightshade family Solanaceae. It is known for its unique taste and texture, which lends itself well to a variety of culinary uses.

Overview

Eggplant dishes are popular worldwide, with different cultures utilizing the vegetable in unique ways. The eggplant's versatility allows it to be used in a variety of cooking methods, including grilling, baking, frying, and roasting.

List of Eggplant Dishes

Asian Cuisine

• Baba Ghanoush: A Levantine appetizer of mashed cooked eggplant mixed with tahini, olive oil, and various seasonings.
• Moussaka: A layered eggplant casserole dish in the cuisines of the countries of the Eastern Mediterranean, Balkans, and Middle East.
• Eggplant salads and appetizers: Various salads and appetizers from different cuisines that are based on eggplant.

European Cuisine

• Ratatouille: A French Provençal stewed vegetable dish, originating in Nice, that often includes eggplant.
• Parmigiana: An Italian dish made with a shallow or deep-fried sliced eggplant filling, layered with cheese and tomato sauce, then baked.

American Cuisine

• Eggplant fries: Eggplant cut into lengths and deep-fried.
• Eggplant pizza: Pizzas that use eggplant as a topping.

See Also

• List of vegetable dishes
• List of culinary fruits
• List of culinary vegetables

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