Hortícolas de FrutoIntermédio
Beringela
Solanum melongena
Nome Científico
Solanum melongena
Família
Solanaceae
Origem
India and Southeast Asia
Tipo
Annual (perennial in tropics)
70-85 days
Usos Culinários
Sabor: Mild, slightly bitter, spongy texture absorbs flavors
- Grilled or roasted slices
- Baba ganoush and dips
- Portuguese 'Beringela à Alentejana'
- Ratatouille and stews
- Stuffed eggplant
Calendário de Plantação
Semear em Interior
FebruaryMarch
Semear ao Ar Livre
Not recommended
Colheita
JulyAugustSeptember
Benefícios para a Saúde
- High in antioxidants, especially nasunin
- May help lower cholesterol
- Good source of fiber for heart health
- Contains chlorogenic acid for blood sugar control
- Low calorie, aids weight management