Aubergine

🌱 Type: Fruit used as a vegetable (Solanum melongena)

💚 Benefits: Soft cooked body; useful for smooth blended sauces.

👃 Odour note: Mild and low-aromatic when cooked plainly.

Notes:

• Aubergine goes silky when cooked and blended.
• Good for: pasta sauces, bakes, and soft savoury bases.