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chickpea-aubergine-curry

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
Cook Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 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

Instructions
 

  • 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!