- Asia and South Africa it is known as brinjal.
- United States, Canadian, and Australia it is called "eggplant".
- British will say "aubergine" from French, which came from Catalan alberginia, from Arabic al-bādhinjān.
- Stir-fry, baked, in pasta sauce, cooked, but as a salad? Yes.
Severs 4
1. One organic eggplant cut into thirds.
2. Soak 15 minutes in water, drain.
3. Toss with olive oil and grill on high heat about 8 minutes.
4. Toss with:
2. Soak 15 minutes in water, drain.
3. Toss with olive oil and grill on high heat about 8 minutes.
4. Toss with:
- 1 chopped organic tomato
- 1-2 chopped garlic cloves
- 2 Tbs. (30 ml) chopped basil
- 1 tsp (5 ml) dried oregano
- some red wine vinegar
5. Topped with shaved parmesan cheese or dairy-free cheese.
