Israelilicious – Baby Eggplants in Brine

These are just the most adorable thing and in addition to being seriously yummy, they make an extraordinary garnish, adding a crazy purple colour to any plate.

These little beauties come in the brine in which they are pickled, which turns the same wonderful purple colour. They’re salty, but not ridiculously so – it’s possible to pop a whole one in your mouth and not have your face turn into a bulldog’s arse.

They would be a really lovely colourful addition to a starter plate, or sliced into a salad or even just as a gorgeous garnish to add a bit of colour.

You can get them in most kosher stores or at Coles in Melbourne’s Jewish areas – they’re not particularly difficult to find.