Isn't the eggplant related to the cucumber? I grew them years ago in a crate. It grew wonder well and I had more eggplant than we could eat not that that is difficult since we don't really like it that is except for the colour.
A cucumber tastes like water and eggplant tastes like? Well, it does taste a bit dry and it's tasteless. I believe I used it in a risotto but I can't say I find it special. I also marinated slices with garlic and some herbs and grilled it. That also wasn't a big success but I guess it has all to do with taste or what you are used to eating.
If I have the choice I rather eat oatmeal.
How many do you harvest and what if there are too many? Will you have three meals per day with eggplant only or does it end up as food for the pigs? Now I think of it I can't remember I've seen the eggplant in the shop since a few years.
I liked your photos although the picture of the tiny man is a bit disturbing, it does make that eggplant huge though.
A great evening to you.
Hi! Thanks for your message 😊
You're right, eggplants and cucumbers aren't exactly closely related, though they are both very versatile vegetables in the kitchen.
As for the harvest, yes, sometimes I end up with a lot of eggplants! If I can't sell them, I share them with friends or turn them into preserves. My favorite way to eat them is grilled! They’re fantastic that way because they lose all their “bitterness.”
As for the store, it’s strange that you haven’t seen them in a while. Maybe it’s just a matter of season or availability, but I’m sure they’ll be back on the shelves soon.
Oh, and I’m glad you liked the photos! The “tiny man” effect was just to add a fun touch and make the image unique with my little avatar 😊
I wish you a great evening too! See you soon.