Vegetable Curry with Chickpeas

A hearty vegetarian curry featuring sautéed aubergines, aromatic spices, green peppers, and chickpeas simmered in a rich tomato sauce.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 491.2 kcals 982.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 52.7 grams 105.4 grams
Fat 26.4 grams 52.8 grams
Protein 14.3 grams 28.5 grams
Cook Time
45 mins
Produces
2 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
LegumesPulses
400
g
NutsSeeds
1
clove
Garlic
finely chopped
1
piece
Salt
to taste
1
bunch
Fresh Coriander
chopped for garnish
OilsFats
3
tbsp
Vegetables
1
piece
Aubergine
chopped
2.5
cm
Root Ginger
cut into matchstick pieces
1
piece
Onion
roughly chopped
1
piece
Green Chilli
finely sliced
1
piece
Green Pepper
de-seeded and chopped

Steps

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan and fry aubergines until golden-brown.
  • Add ginger and fry for 2 more minutes before removing aubergines from the pan.
  • Sauté the onion, garlic, chilli, and ground spices in the pan until softened.
  • Add the green pepper and salt, then cover and simmer on low for 10 minutes.
  • Return aubergines to the pan and stir in tomatoes, tomato purée, and chickpeas.
  • Simmer uncovered for 30 to 40 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
  • Garnish with fresh coriander and serve in bowls.