The African white eggplant is an exotic vegetable appreciated for its delicate flavor and tender texture. Originating from Africa, this fruit from the nightshade family is distinguished by its smooth white skin and elongated oval shape. Its flesh is generally sweeter and less bitter than that of the classic purple eggplant.
Description
Storage
To keep the African white eggplant in the best conditions, it is advisable to keep it in the vegetable trap on the refrigerator, where it will keep for about a week. It is best not to wash it before storing it to avoid excess humidity. For a longer conservation, it is possible to freeze it after having laundered it.
Conservation
African white eggplant is mainly made up of water, fibers, and contains a small amount of protein and carbohydrates. It is not very caloric and constitutes a good source of vitamins and minerals, including potassium, vitamin B6 and folate. It also contains antioxidants beneficial for health. On the nutritional level, for 100 grams of raw African white eggplant, there are approximately: 25 calories, 1 gram of protein, 6 grams of carbohydrates, 3 grams of fiber and less than 1 gram of lipids. It is naturally low in sodium and does not contain cholesterol.
Ingredients & nutritional information
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