Keep aubergines unwashed until ready to use
Store at room temperature if using within 1 to 2 days
Keep them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
Avoid sealing them in airtight plastic bags
Refrigerate in a perforated or loosely closed bag for up to 5 days
Place them in the crisper drawer of the refrigerator
Keep away from ethylene-producing fruits like apples and bananas
Use cut aubergine immediately or refrigerate tightly wrapped for up to 1 day
Store cooked aubergine in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days
Freeze cooked aubergine for longer storage after cooling completely