{"product_id":"eggplant-long-chinese","title":"Eggplant Long (Chinese) Per Lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eLong Chinese eggplant is slender, tender, and has fewer seeds than any other variety — which means less bitterness and a silkier texture when cooked. Perfect for stir-fries, grilling, and Asian-style preparations where you want eggplant that melts in your mouth rather than holding its shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSlender and Silky\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong Chinese eggplant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlender, tender, fewer seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor stir-fry, grilling, Asian preparations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilky texture when cooked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSlice diagonally and stir-fry with garlic and soy sauce. Grill whole and dress with sesame oil. Halve and roast until caramelized. No need to salt first — Chinese eggplant is not bitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it less bitter than regular eggplant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — significantly less bitter due to fewer seeds. No salting or soaking needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this in Indian cooking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWorks in any eggplant recipe, though Indian recipes traditionally use the round or globe variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I store it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRefrigerate and use within 5-7 days. Chinese eggplant is more perishable than the globe variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFresh produce.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fresh Produce","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49014181396707,"sku":null,"price":2.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2811\/6963\/files\/Eggplant-Chinese.jpg?v=1781244393","url":"https:\/\/anorascashncarry.com\/products\/eggplant-long-chinese","provider":"ANORAS CASH N CARRY ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}