Place the eggplant in a colander set over a plate and sprinkle liberally with salt. Let sit for 20 to 30 minutes to drain.

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rounded Thai aubergine has green stripes and is used in curries; the beautifully long and slender pale-purple Japanese and Chinese varieties are ideal for stir-frying. The aubergine can also be ...