[Script Info] Title: [Events] Format: Layer, Start, End, Style, Name, MarginL, MarginR, MarginV, Effect, Text Dialogue: 0,0:00:00.08,0:00:01.46,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,What is Eggplant? Dialogue: 0,0:00:01.46,0:00:07.04,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Eggplant, scientifically known as Solanum \Nmelongena, is a versatile vegetable known by   Dialogue: 0,0:00:07.04,0:00:12.44,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,various names globally, such as aubergine \Nin the UK and brinjal in parts of Asia. Dialogue: 0,0:00:12.44,0:00:17.06,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Originating in India, it has become a \Nstaple in various cuisines around the   Dialogue: 0,0:00:17.06,0:00:22.40,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,world. Characterized by its glossy, \Ndeep purple skin and spongy flesh,   Dialogue: 0,0:00:22.40,0:00:28.10,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,eggplant can be cooked in a myriad of \Nways: grilled, roasted, fried, or stewed. Dialogue: 0,0:00:28.10,0:00:34.82,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Apart from its culinary use, it offers numerous \Nhealth benefits. Rich in fiber, vitamins,   Dialogue: 0,0:00:34.82,0:00:38.90,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,and minerals, eggplant also contains antioxidants \Nlike nasunin, beneficial for brain health. Dialogue: 0,0:00:38.90,0:00:44.36,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Moreover, the vegetable is low in calories, \Nmaking it a healthy addition to diverse diets. Dialogue: 0,0:00:44.36,0:00:50.00,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Its unique texture and ability to absorb \Nflavors make eggplant an ideal ingredient   Dialogue: 0,0:00:50.00,0:00:54.02,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,in dishes like ratatouille, \Nmoussaka, and baba ganoush. Dialogue: 0,0:00:54.02,0:00:58.94,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,When selecting, opt for firm, smooth-skinned \Nones, indicative of freshness.