Brinjals á la Grecque Recipe

BRINJALS originated in China and India and have been cultivated there for thousands of years. It was then introduced into southern and eastern europe by the Spanish Moors. It became a very popular fruit/vegetable. Then in the 1500s, the plant was intoduced to America, but it was slow to be used and added to the…

Stuffed Aubergines

Aubergine also known as eggplants or brinjals, they are a rich and nutritious fruit (high in potassium). They are also very versatile, and can be eaten hot or cold, with or without accompaniments.   This relatively simple recipe will produce delicious results. PREPARATION TIME: 1 HOUR COOKING TIME: 30 MINUTES PRE-HEAT OVEN TO 180°C / 350°F…

Aubergine: Vegetable, fruit or berry?

There’s no guilt in eating fruits, vegetables, nuts and grains. ~ Jane Velez-Mitchell The health benefits of aubergine, brinjal, eggplant or as Italians would say melanzana.   Call it what you may, but this deep purple fruit, yes I said fruit, is technically classified as a berry. It also belongs to the nightshade family, but it’s…