{"product_id":"eggplant-american","title":"Eggplant American Per Lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmerican globe eggplant is the large, meaty variety perfect for baingan bharta — roast it whole over a flame until the skin chars and the inside turns smoky and soft, then mash with onions, tomatoes, and spices. Also works for eggplant parmesan, grilling, and any recipe that needs thick, substantial slices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for Bharta\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge American globe eggplant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor baingan bharta, grilling, roasting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeaty and substantial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChars beautifully over open flame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor bharta: puncture with a fork, roast directly over a gas flame (or under a broiler) until the skin is charred and the interior is completely soft. Peel, mash, and cook with onion-tomato masala.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlobe vs Indian eggplant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGlobe is larger and meatier — better for bharta and grilling. Indian is smaller — better for stuffing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I get the smoky flavor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoast directly on a gas burner flame. The char is what gives bharta its signature smokiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the skin edible?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRemove the charred skin for bharta. For other preparations, the skin is edible when cooked.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFresh produce.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fresh Produce","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49014181527779,"sku":null,"price":2.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2811\/6963\/files\/EggplantBig.jpg?v=1781244324","url":"https:\/\/anorascashncarry.com\/products\/eggplant-american","provider":"ANORAS CASH N CARRY ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}