Smoky Chickpea, Aubergine & Lentil Curry
A deeply spiced, tomato-rich vegetable curry with tender aubergine, chickpeas and red lentils.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total
- 45 min
Difficulty
easy
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A deeply spiced, tomato-rich vegetable curry with tender aubergine, chickpeas and red lentils.
Difficulty
easy
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Servings
1–12 servings
Estimated nutrition per serving
For 2
Get everything ready
Cube the aubergine, chop the onion, grate the garlic and ginger, drain and rinse the chickpeas, and rinse the lentils. Chop the coriander if using.
Measure the spices, water and lemon juice. Open the tomatoes so everything is ready for the pan.
Step by step
Heat the oil in a large casserole or deep frying pan over a medium-high heat. Add the aubergine and cook, turning regularly, until browned and beginning to soften.
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Add the onion and cook until softened. Stir in the garlic, ginger, curry powder, paprika and coriander for 30 seconds.
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Add the tomatoes, chickpeas, lentils, water and salt. Bring to the boil, then reduce to a steady simmer. Cook uncovered, stirring often so the lentils do not catch, until tender and thick.
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Stir through the lemon juice. Taste and season if needed, then scatter with coriander if using.
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