Organic
Baby Eggplant
"Sweetness in small size."
A small, tender, and sweet variety of eggplant, often used in gourmet dishes and added to various cuisines for its delicate flavor and vibrant purple color.
Also known as
Baby Aubergine, Mini Eggplant, Fairy Eggplant
Botanical name
Solanum melongena
Product Details
PLU Code
94599
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Eggplant (Aubergine) › All Sizes
Origin
Native to Asia, specifically in China and India, but now cultivated worldwide.
Temperature
10 to 12°C (50 to 54°F)
Shelf Life
up to 14 days
Status
Approved
About Baby Eggplant
Rich in fiber and antioxidants, Baby Eggplants are harvested before they reach full maturity, resulting in a more delicate and less bitter taste than regular eggplants.
Nutrition Information
Baby eggplant is low in calories and rich in nutrients, here are the approximate nutrition facts for 100g of baby eggplant: calories 25, carbohydrates 6g, fiber 3g, protein 1g, fat 0.2g, vitamin C 2.4mg, vitamin K 11.8mcg, potassium 233mg, folate 10mcg, manganese 0.16mg, and copper 0.08mg.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for fresh eggplant (all types; HB66 gives one set of storage conditions). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
10 to 12°C (50 to 54°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Breathable bags or containers, covered to prevent moisture loss
Shelf Life
up to 14 days
Storage Notes: Eggplants are chilling sensitive (surface pitting, scald, browned flesh and seeds followed by decay), lose water quickly, bruise easily, and should never be held in contact with ice. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Highest freezing point: -0.8°C. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 322-325.
Applies to: fresh eggplant (all types; HB66 gives one set of storage conditions).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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