Organic
Baby White Eggplant
"Tender, sweet, and picturesque"
A delicate and small variety of eggplant characterized by its creamy white skin and tender flesh, often harvested when immature for a sweeter taste and firmer texture
Also known as
White Eggplant, Baby White, Baby Fairy Eggplant
Botanical name
Solanum melongena
Product Details
PLU Code
94600
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Eggplant (Aubergine) › All Sizes
Origin
Originated in India and Southeast Asia, now cultivated in many parts of the world with temperate climates
Temperature
10 to 12°C (50 to 54°F)
Shelf Life
up to 14 days
Status
Approved
About Baby White Eggplant
From the nightshade family, these eggplants are commonly used in Asian cuisine and prized for their delicate flavor and texture, which complements a wide range of preparations
Nutrition Information
Baby White Eggplant is low in calories and rich in vitamins and minerals. One 100g serving size of eggplant contains approximately 25 calories, 1.2g protein, 6g carbohydrates, 2g fiber, and negligible amounts of fat. It is also a good source of vitamin C and potassium, providing about 18g of vitamin C and 229mg of potassium per 100g serving. Additionally, it contains smaller amounts of other essential vitamins and minerals like thiamin, vitamin B6, and iron.
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 containers, polyethylene or polypropylene bags
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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