INDIAN-SPICED EGGPLANT & CAULIFLOWER STEW

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Eggplant and cauliflower are two of my favorites - so I had to post it. EatingWell Newsletter, 10/31/07. Exchanges: 1 starch, 2 vegetable, 1 very lean meat, 1 fat.

Provided by Manami

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons curry powder, preferably hot Madras
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 large onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 lb eggplant, cut into 1-inch chunks
3 cups cauliflower florets
15 ounces can diced tomatoes
15 ounces can chickpeas, rinsed
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup nonfat plain yogurt (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat a Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Add curry powder, garam masala and mustard seeds and toast, stirring, until the spices begin to darken, about 1 minute.
  • Transfer to a small bowl.
  • Add oil, onion, garlic, ginger and salt to the pot and cook, stirring, until softened, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Stir in eggplant, cauliflower, tomatoes, chickpeas, water and the spices.
  • Bring to a simmer.
  • Cover, reduce heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Top each serving with optional dollop of yogurt; serve with basmatti rice & a loaf of 7 grain bread.
  • **Garam masala is a flavorful, fragrant blend of dry-roasted ground spices. It's in the spice section of most supermarkets and specialty stores.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.3, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 675.4, Carbohydrate 31.8, Fiber 9.1, Sugar 6.8, Protein 6.5

Romantic_vibes
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I would not recommend this recipe. It was a waste of time and ingredients.


Moeez Haider
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This recipe was a disaster. The stew was watery and the flavors were all wrong.


Nnenna Igwe
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I had high hopes for this stew, but it was a let down. The vegetables were overcooked and the spices were overpowering.


Jenil Limbu
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The stew was bland and lacked flavor. I was disappointed with the results.


Neima Mansaray
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The stew was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The vegetables were cooked well and the flavors were good.


Pamela Berry
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This was a delicious and satisfying stew. The eggplant and cauliflower were cooked perfectly and the spices were flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


dreaddedfire 2096
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I followed the recipe exactly and the stew turned out great. The flavors were well-balanced and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Bonnie Bigler
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This stew was easy to make and packed with flavor. I loved the crispy cauliflower and the creamy coconut milk. It's a great dish for a weeknight meal.


shakib 143
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I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this recipe changed my mind. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the combination of spices was spot-on. I'll definitely be making this again.


Summer Redd
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This eggplant and cauliflower stew was a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The spices were perfectly balanced, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. I especially loved the addition of coconut milk, which gave the dish a creamy and ric