Eggplant, A Popular Vegetable

Originating in Asia, eggplant (known in Europe as aubergine) belongs to the nightshade family (along with tomatoes, chilies and potatoes). It comes in a number of shapes, sizes and colors with a surprising variation in flavor. Originating in India, its name derives from a variety common there which is the color, shape and size of hen eggs.

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Originally Posted on 9/16/2005 11:46:29 AMContent source: http://www.asianonlinerecipes.com/rss/index.php?itemid=573