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Fert1 · October 7, 2006

I have recently developed a taste for eggplant in a big way, and I was considering trying to grow eggplant next season. I just wondered what would be some good varieties to consider growing. I seem to be especially sensitive to bitterness in most anything. So varieties that don't tend to get bitter would be a big plus for me.

Also in the off season, when you can only purchase it from the store, is there anything that can be done to counter the bitterness? Soaking it in something? Salting? I love it, but I'm very put off by anything bitter, eggplant or otherwise.

October 7, 2006	#1
Fert1 Tomatovillian™ Join Date: May 2006 Location: Upstate SC, Zone 7 Posts: 543	Less Bitter Eggplant Varieties - ways to counter? I have recently developed a taste for eggplant in a big way, and I was considering trying to grow eggplant next season. I just wondered what would be some good varieties to consider growing. I seem to be especially sensitive to bitterness in most anything. So varieties that don't tend to get bitter would be a big plus for me. Also in the off season, when you can only purchase it from the store, is there anything that can be done to counter the bitterness? Soaking it in something? Salting? I love it, but I'm very put off by anything bitter, eggplant or otherwise. __________________ Holly