Pea Eggplant 100g (T2) FRESH -PLEASE CHOOSE NEXT DAY DELIVERY

The Pop of Bitterness Essential for Authentic Thai Curries

Achieve the complex flavor profile of a true Thai Green Curry with Fresh Pea Eggplants (Makuea Puang). Unlike standard eggplants, these small, green, berry-sized vegetables grow in clusters and offer a distinctively bitter flavor and a firm skin that "pops" in your mouth when bitten.

In Thai cuisine, this specific bitterness is crucial for balancing the rich, creamy sweetness of coconut milk and the salty heat of curry pastes. Without them, a Green Curry or Red Curry can feel heavy and one-dimensional. They are also widely used in traditional chili dips (Nam Prik Kapi) to add texture and an herbal, cleansing note.

Important Delivery Notice:Please choose NEXT DAY DELIVERY ONLY at checkout. As this is fresh produce, it requires rapid delivery to ensure the berries arrive firm, green, and plump.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Authentic Flavor: The specific bitter note that defines a traditional Kaeng Khiao Wan (Green Curry).

• Unique Texture: Famous for its firm skin and seeds that provide a satisfying burst texture in soups and stews.

• Fresh Harvest: Sourced fresh to ensure bright green color and crispness.

• Flavor Balancer: Cuts through the richness of coconut cream, making curries more palatable and complex.

• Nutrient Rich: High in fiber and antioxidants, traditionally used for their health benefits in Southeast Asia.

Culinary Applications:

• Green & Red Curry: Toss whole berries into the simmering curry about 2-3 minutes before serving. They should remain firm and crunchy.

• Nam Prik Kapi: Crush gently in a mortar and pestle along with shrimp paste, garlic, and chilies to release their bitter juices into the dip.

• Stir-Fries: Add to spicy jungle curries (Kaeng Pa) or stir-fried spicy catfish.