Best Aubergine Recipes and Meal Ideas

Not sure how to cook aubergine? Check out our best aubergine recipes, including aubergine parmigiana and aubergine curry and start whipping up delicious meals today.

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Vegetarian Aubergine Recipes

Our delicious selection of vegetarian aubergine recipes are guaranteed to get your taste buds tingling.

Roasted Aubergine Recipes

Roasting is one of the most popular ways to prepare aubergine. Check out our delicious recipes including roasted aubergine below.

Easy Aubergine Recipes

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Aubergine Parmigiana and Pasta Recipes

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How to: Aubergines - FAQs

Can you eat aubergine raw?

Aubergine is fine to eat raw in small quantities as long as you steer clear of the leaves and flowers. Despite this, the taste of raw aubergine can be quite bitter so it is recommended you cook it up your desired way with delicious seasonings.

How to cook aubergine in a pan?

Cooking aubergine in a pan is easy. All you need to do is slice your aubergine up, season it your desired way and place it in the pan with a little bit of oil over a medium-high heat. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side and serve up with your dish.

Is aubergine a fruit?

Yes. Despite being used more typically in recipes and dishes as vegetables, aubergines are actually part of the fruit family as they grow from a flowering plant.

How to roast aubergine?

The best way to roast an aubergine is by cutting it in half or into large chunks, seasoning it generously with oil and the herbs and spices you like, then bake at a high temperature of around 240℃ for 30 minutes, making sure to flip halfway through to achieve that soft, caramelised texture.

Can you freeze aubergine?

Yes, you can freeze aubergine. All you have to do is cook the aubergine your preferred way and allow it to cool completely, then place it into a freezer safe bag and pop it into the freezer. This should allow your aubergine to last up to a year.

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