SPICY CHICKPEA AND AUBERGINE STEW
Steps:
- Gently heat a couple of decent glugs of olive oil in a large pan. Peel and slice 1 and a half large onions into half moons and add to your pan. (Keep the remainder of your onion to one side for the garnish.)
- Peel and crush 3 cloves of garlic and add that to the pan also and give it a stir. Sautee the contents of your pan until the onions soften.
- Add salt, pepper, a good pinch of ground cumin, a sprinkling of ground coriander and chilli flakes. For a more Middle Eastern flavour, you can also add a tiny bit of cinnamon. We do this in winter.
- Now chop 3 aubergines into bite-sized chunks and add to the pan. Stir it all up so the aubergine pieces become coated with the oil and spices and let them cook for a few minutes.
- Roughly chop 4 large summer Turkish tomatoes (or use 3 tins of chopped tomatoes) and add them to the pan.
- Drain the juices from a tin of chickpeas, add to the pan, stir everything up, cover and simmer for about 20 minutes, until your aubergine goes soft.
- For the Garnish (optional) This topping for your stew is optional but it really does make a difference. It's about the contrast in texture and flavour. Add a little olive oil to a frying pan and get it really hot. Slice your onion into half moons as thinly as possible. Take 2 cloves of garlic, peel and slice those thinly, too. Add to the pan and fry till dark and crispy.
- And to serve... Serve your spicy chickpea and aubergine stew on a bed of Turkish rice or bulgur wheat. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish and then top it all off with your crispy onion and garlic garnish. We also can't resist a side serving of good quality, Turkish süzme yoghurt whilst we're eating this.
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Becky Smith
[email protected]I'm definitely going to give this recipe a try. It looks so flavorful and comforting.
Hayden Mullins
[email protected]This stew looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.
Redenrekan Muahamad
[email protected]I made this stew last night and it was a huge hit! My family loved it. The flavors are amazing and it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
Lameck Kelvin
[email protected]This stew is so good! I love the spicy kick and the tender chickpeas. It's a great meal for a cold night.
Marry Liga
[email protected]Wow! This stew is amazing! It's so flavorful and comforting. I love the combination of chickpeas and aubergine. This is definitely a keeper recipe.
Nompumelelo Sifundza
[email protected]This stew is absolutely delicious! The spices are perfectly balanced and the chickpeas and aubergine are cooked to perfection. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves flavorful and hearty vegetarian dishes.
Charis Imoh
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of aubergine, but I really enjoyed this stew. The aubergine was cooked perfectly and it had a lovely smoky flavor. The chickpeas were also very tender and flavorful. Overall, this is a great recipe for anyone who loves spicy food.
Talha Awan
[email protected]This stew is a great way to use up leftover chickpeas and aubergine. I had some leftover from another recipe and this was the perfect way to use them up. The stew is also very affordable to make, which is a bonus.
Maberi Sharif
[email protected]I love the vibrant colors of this dish! The red peppers and green chilies add a beautiful pop of color to the plate. The flavors are also very well-balanced. The spices are flavorful but not overpowering, and the chickpeas and aubergine are cooked pe
Mark Godwin
[email protected]This stew was a hit with my family! Even my picky kids loved it. The instructions were easy to follow and the dish came together quickly. I will definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of meals.
Deepa Joseph
[email protected]This spicy chickpea and aubergine stew is a flavor explosion! The combination of spices and vegetables creates a rich and satisfying dish that is perfect for a cozy dinner. I especially loved the crispy aubergine and the tender chickpeas. I will defi