Varieties like globe, fairy tale, graffiti, and more, eggplants come in all shapes and sizes. These are our favorites for grilling, roasting, stir-frying, sautéing, and braising.

Fairy tale eggplant, which tends to be small (about 2 to 4 inches), has fewer seeds than other varieties and a moist texture with little bitterness. Globe eggplant , also called American eggplant ...

Brush eggplant with oil; sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon of the salt and pepper to taste. Add enough slices to make one layer without crowding. Grill until nearly tender, 3 to 4 minutes; remove.

Some varieties of eggplant, like Thai eggplant, are very firm and have a green, vegetal flavor. Advertisement Related: 8 Mistakes You're Making When Cooking Eggplant ...

Eggplant is believed to have originated in India, where it continues to grow wild, or in Africa. Also, it has been cultivated in southern and eastern Asia for thousands of years.

Recipes, common varieties, and what to look for at the market. Serious Eats / Getty Images Despite what the eggplant emoji may suggest, European eggplants centuries ago did actually look like ...

Eggplant's meaty texture means it can be sauteed, roasted, steamed, fried, baked and made into salads, fries, dips, gratins, curries, casseroles and more.