From long, skinny Japanese eggplant to the big and fat globe variety ... the produce is technically a berry because of its numerous tiny, edible seeds. In the US, farmers cultivate eggplants ...

Many people dislike the eggplant’s spongy texture ... If you can't find Chinese or Japanese sesame paste, substitute tahini made from toasted sesame seeds. Make the sauce.

Chef Rika shows us how to use various summer vegetables, such as eggplant, bell pepper and edamame. We try a dish that's a favorite with Rika's family. 1. For the pickles, remove the seeds from ...

I don't bother to peel the eggplant, but do so if you wish. I recommend Japanese eggplants for this dish. Long and thin, they are firmer and have fewer seeds than regular eggplants. Ratatouille is ...