大阪府·特産品
Torikai Nasu (Torikai Eggplant)
Known as the 'phantom eggplant,' this is a traditional vegetable from Settsu. 'Torikai Nasu' is one of Naniwa's heritage vegetables that has been grown in the Torikai district of Settsu City since the Edo period. It features a round shape similar to Kyoto's Kamo Nasu, with soft skin and fine-textured flesh. It is characterized by a unique sweetness and a structure that holds up well even when cooked. Because it requires abundant water and significant labor, there was a time when only one farm remained producing it, leading it to be called the 'phantom eggplant.' When prepared as Dengaku or in simmered dishes with thorough cooking, its chewy texture and mellow sweetness are further enhanced. The miso and dashi soak into the meltingly soft flesh, pairing perfectly with both rice and sake. This is a variety that was once on the verge of disappearance but has been preserved through the dedicated efforts of farmers. Please enjoy this precious traditional taste that can only be experienced in Settsu.
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