Eggplant Recipes Inside

Eggplant season—like market season—is in full force right now, and we’re going back to basics. A lot of the time when people say they don’t like eggplant, it’s because it’s rubbery or soggy! Today, I’m sharing a few of my tips for getting delicious eggplant every time, along with my favorite eggplant recipes. 

How to get Crispy, Delicious Eggplant

If you want to grill or fry an eggplant, slice it into ¼” pieces, then salt both sides and rest on tea towels to get the excess liquid out. After a few minutes, pat them dry and brush both sides with oil. Cook on high heat until they’re slightly darker than you think they should be. 

How to Pick an Eggplant

Adi taught me this! When you’re buying an eggplant, you want the lightest one you can find—it means there are fewer seeds. Pick up two similar-sized eggplants and weigh with your hands, then choose the lighter option. 

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Grilled Eggplant

Perfectly crispy eggplant with a flavorful marinade. 

Whole Roasted Eggplant

You only need a few ingredients to make buttery soft eggplant. 

Roasted Eggplant & Pepper Dip

A creamy, dreamy dip that you can make on a cutting board (no food processor required).

Eggplants with Stewed Tomatoes & Peppers

Perfect if you find really pretty fairytale eggplants, the smaller variety with purple and white stripes.