Grilled aubergines with spicy chickpeas & walnut sauce
Authentic Turkish Grilled aubergines with spicy chickpeas & walnut sauce — a delicious vegetarian dish with 13 ingredients. Quick and easy to make at home.
15
Prep Time (min)
10
Cook Time (min)
4
servings
330
Calories/serving
Hard
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 chopped Onion
- 1 chopped Red Chilli
- 2 cm piece Ginger
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 400 g Chickpeas
- 200 g Tomato
- Juice of 1/2 Lemon
- 2 Aubergine
- 200 g Greek Yogurt
- 1 Garlic Clove
- 25 g Walnuts
- Handful Coriander
Instructions
3 steps · ~30 minutes total
Step 1
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan, add the onion and fry until soft and lightly browned, about 10 mins. Add the chilli, ginger and spices and mix well. Stir in the chickpeas, tomatoes and 5 tbsp water, bring to the boil, then simmer for 10 mins. Add a little salt and pepper and the lemon juice.
15 minutesUse a large pot to prevent boiling over. Add salt to the water for extra flavor.Step 2
Arrange the aubergines over a grill pan. Brush lightly with oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, then grill until golden. Flip them over, brush again with oil, season and grill again until tender and golden.
10 minutesTaste as you go and adjust seasoning gradually — you can always add more but can't take it away.Step 3
Mix the yogurt with the garlic, most of the walnuts and coriander and a little salt and pepper. Arrange the aubergine slices over a warm platter and spoon over the chickpea mix. Drizzle with the walnut sauce and scatter with the remaining walnuts and coriander.
5 minutesKeep your fingers curled under (claw grip) for safety when cutting.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your turkish meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Grilled aubergines with spicy chickpeas & walnut sauce is a beloved dish from Turkish cuisine, originating in Turkey. With a total preparation time of about 25 minutes, it's a quick and easy option for any day of the week.
Turkish cuisine is a fascinating blend of Central Asian, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and Balkan influences. It's considered one of the three great cuisines in the world alongside French and Chinese.
This recipe is rated hard difficulty and uses 13 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
To prepare the aubergines for grilling, slice them into thick rounds or halves, sprinkle with salt, and let them sit for about 30 minutes to draw out excess moisture and bitterness. Rinse and pat dry before grilling.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
