大阪府·特産品
Hannan Senshu Mizunasu (Water Eggplant)
In Hannan City, the Senshu Mizunasu, which the Senshu region takes great pride in, is also grown. The warm climate at the southern edge of the Senshu region is perfect for cultivation. With a long history recorded as 'Sawanasu' in the Muromachi period text 'Teikin Ora,' Senshu Mizunasu was registered as a GI (Geographical Indication) in 2025. Its defining characteristics are an abundant moisture content—so much so that water drips when squeezed—and a pleasant, soft skin. When pickled in rice bran (nukazuke), the juicy flesh and subtle sweetness are irresistible. It is a rare type of eggplant with low astringency that can be eaten raw, making it perfect for a refreshing dish on a hot day. Its freshness gently soothes a heated body.
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