How to Cube Eggplant

Use cubed eggplant for variety in your vegetable dishes.

Eggplant is a versatile vegetable that you can use in soups, stir-fries and pasta, or as a side with many main dishes. The skin of an eggplant can be tough, particularly larger varieties. Peel eggplant carefully, as the skin can be challenging to remove. You can tenderize the meat of the eggplant by treating it with salt to draw out the moisture. Let the salt work for 20 to 30 minutes before rinsing it away. Add eggplant to many of your favorite vegetable dishes for the added fiber and potassium it contributes.

Things You'll Need

• Stainless steel or ceramic blade knife
• Vegetable peeler

Instructions

1. Wash the outer skin of the eggplant under cold running water. Cut the ends off with a large, stainless steel or ceramic blade knife.

2. Cut the outer skin off the eggplant with the knife, or use a heavy-duty vegetable peeler.

3. Cut the eggplant lengthwise into 1-inch wide strips. Cut the strips into 1-inch wide cubes. Keeping pieces equal in size ensures even cooking.

References

• Worlds Healthiest Foods: Eggplant