How to pick the best/tender mattu/matti gulla (Udupi brinjal)

Gulla / Mattu Gulla/ Udupi Gulla/ ಗುಳ್ಳ . Not just any usual Brinjal, it's GI ( geographic index) tagged brinjal. The history of Mattu Gulla can be traced back to the Mattu village in Udupi, where it has been grown for centuries. Locals believe that the seeds were initially offered by Saint Vadiraja Swami, who blessed the region with this unique vegetable.

Here are some tips to pick the best mattu gullas, watch the video to look at below mentioned differences.

1. Size of brinjals

Broader brinjals = mature
Thin & Slender = tender

2. Stage of development

Broad bottom = mature
Thin bottom = tender

Broad tip = mature
Thin tip = Tender