Description
A creamy, flavorful Indian-style aubergine curry made with tender eggplant, aromatic spices, and a rich coconut-tomato sauce. Perfectly balanced and comforting, it’s a wholesome vegetarian meal ideal for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
2 large aubergines (about 500g), cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 inch ginger, grated
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp garam masala
1 can (400g) chopped tomatoes
1 can (400ml) coconut milk
Salt, to taste
Fresh coriander leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Wash and cut the aubergines into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cumin and mustard seeds; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute until aromatic.
- Add turmeric powder and garam masala, stirring to coat the onions in the spices.
- Add the aubergine cubes and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in the chopped tomatoes and coconut milk, then stir to combine.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, cover with a lid, and cook for 20 minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the aubergines are tender.
- Season with salt to taste and stir in fresh coriander before serving.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or naan bread.
Notes
Add chopped green chili or chili powder for a spicier curry.
Roast aubergines in the oven before adding for a smoky flavor.
Use light coconut milk for a lower-calorie version.
For a thicker curry, simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes.
Stir in lemon juice before serving for a tangy finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
