Asian cultivars vary widely: some, such as the bitter-flavoured pea aubergine, are the size of a grape; the seed-filled, rounded Thai aubergine has green stripes and is used in curries ...

Remove from the pan and set aside. Add three tablespoons of the olive oil to the pan and, in batches if needed, fry the aubergine slices for about three minutes on each side until lightly browned.

From a Turkish-inspired casserole with harissa and olives to a classic Italian parmigiana, these aubergine recipes will make delicious mid-week meals. There are plenty of ingredients that will be ...

Use as a starter or for a dip with crudités. Heat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6. Put the aubergine on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 30-40 minutes until tender. Cool and pull off the skin.