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Fresh Striped Aubergine, also known as Zebra Brinjal, Graffiti Eggplant, Baingan and Vankaya, has distinctive purple-and-white skin, a mild flavour and a tender texture when cooked. Its attractive appearance and versatile flesh make it suitable for Indian curries, grilling, roasting, stuffing and Mediterranean dishes. Find it in our Everyday Vegetables collection or browse all fresh produce in Fresh Foods.
Halve lengthways and grill with oil, garlic and herbs, or use in Baingan Masala and Stuffed Baingan. Striped aubergine also works well in ratatouille, miso-glazed aubergine, aubergine parmigiana, baba ganoush and baingan bharta.
How does striped aubergine differ from regular aubergine?
It has distinctive striped skin and a mild flavour, while cooking in much the same way as standard aubergine.
Do I need to salt striped aubergine before cooking?
It is optional. Salting sliced aubergine briefly can help remove moisture before frying.
Can I use striped aubergine in Indian recipes?
Yes. It works in recipes calling for brinjal or baingan, including curries, stuffed dishes and bharta.
