Vegan Curry with Chickpea and Aubergine
This Vegan Curry with Chickpea and Aubergine combines tender chickpeas and succulent aubergines engulfed in a rich tapestry of spices, creating a comforting and quick weeknight dinner meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 3 hours hrs 50 minutes mins
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Indian
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic pressed or minced
- 2 large carrots thinly sliced
- 2 medium tomatoes liquidized without water
- large aubergine cubed
- 400 ml tin of coconut cream
- 1 tin of chickpeas drained and washed
- 2 tsp cumin powder
- ½ tsp chili powder or to taste
- 1 tsp turmeric
- Salt to taste
Heat the olive oil in medium-sized pot and add the onions. Braise until soft.
Add the garlic, cubed aubergine, and carrots and cook with the lid closed until they are soft and tender. Stir occasionally so it doesn't butn
Add all the spices and cook for 3 minutes. Keep stirring and ensure there is enough moisture in the pan. Add a splash of water at this point.
Add liquidized tomato and cook for 10 minutes on medium heat.
Add coconut cream and cook for about 5 min. Add water to the curry if it's too thick.
Serve with rice or rotis and fried fish or smoked fish. Enjoy!