Eggplant, Chickpea & Tomato Curry

Susan, AKA Kiwicook
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Susan, AKA Kiwicook

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EGGPLANT, CHICKPEA & TOMATO CURRY

If you’re looking to have a vegetarian lunch or side-dish to a main meal, this fits the bill nicely.

I sourced the recipe from All Recipes.co.nz and have altered it slightly. Their version added the eggplant straight into the mixture, but eggplant can be bitter, so I’ve added the instructions for salting the eggplant if you think that might be an issue. I have also added the eggplant in earlier in the cooking process to give it time to soften nicely.

Be warned: The heat is pretty intense, so I would suggest that if you prefer a milder version, cut back on the chilli powder by half, or omit it altogether. Finally, I often like a hint of sweetness in my curries, so next time I’ll probably add a handful of sultanas, or maybe even some chopped mint, in towards the end of the cooking process. Yoghurt on the side might also be a nice addition.

EGGPLANT, CHICKPEA & TOMATO CURRY

EGGPLANT, CHICKPEA AND TOMATO CURRY

Craving a cozy and healthy meal? This easy eggplant curry delivers! Packed with protein and veggies, it's flavored with a classic spice blend and comes together quickly. Enjoy with your favorite side for a satisfying and budget-friendly dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 127 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tbsp canola oil
  • 1 medium onion, halved and sliced thinly
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic, sliced thinly or 1 teaspoon crushed garlic
  • 1 tsp minced ginger
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp curry powder, madras if you like it hot!
  • 1/2 tsp chilli powder, optional
  • 2 medium tomatoes, remove core and dice
  • 1 large eggplant aubergines, cut into 1cm cubes and peeled (unless it’s a tender skinned variety)
  • 1 tin chickpeas, garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp tomato sauce
  • 1 cup water

Instructions
 

  • Preparing the eggplant: By salting, or ‘purging’ your eggplant you’ll remove the juices that make it bitter. To purge your eggplant, peel it (if it’s not tender skinned), cut it into chunks or slices, salt liberally on all sides and place in a colander for an hour. The salt will draw out those bitter juices. Rinse the eggplant thoroughly in cold water and press dry between a clean cloth.
  • Heat oil in a wok or large frying pan on medium high heat. Sauté onions and eggplant until softened.
  • Lower heat to medium then add in bay leaves, garlic, ginger and spices then stir fry for about 2 minutes.
  • Add in tomatoes and stir to coat tomato pieces with the spices. Turn the heat down to low.
  • Add chickpeas and stir well. Add salt and half of the water. Allow to simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  • Stir in tomato sauce and remaining water. Simmer stirring occasionally for a further 10-15 minutes. You may need to add more water as it cooks to get the desired consistency of the gravy. The resulting dish should have a thick gravy the consistency of tomato sauce.
  • Serve piping hot with basmati rice (I served with 2 cups of gluten free penne pasta), warm naan or chapatis.

Nutrition

Calories: 127kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 1gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.04gSodium: 896mgPotassium: 285mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 51IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 16mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Eggplant Chickpea Tomato Curry
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Susan, also known as the Kiwi Cook, hails from Levin, New Zealand, and has a unique Kiwi-Dutch-British heritage that influenced her culinary upbringing. As an artist, tutor, writer, and editor, Susan dedicates her weekends to creating delectable dishes. Her food philosophy embraces moderation and listening to her body's needs.

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