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What deep purple, spongy vegetable is a classic ingredient in many Italian dishes?
Correct Incorrect Eggplant, also known as aubergine, originated in India and was brought to Italy via trade routes, where it became a key part of dishes like eggplant parmesan and caponata. Its rich purple skin and flexible texture make it popular in Mediterranean cuisine. Notably, eggplants are part of the nightshade family, which also includes tomatoes and potatoes.