Skillet Eggplant & Chickpeas

Name: Skillet Eggplant & Chickpeas
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 eggplant, diced; 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1 cup diced tomatoes; 1/2 onion, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1/4 tsp smoked paprika; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

Tender eggplant and hearty chickpeas simmered in a spiced tomato sauce. A filling vegetarian dinner perfect for stovetop cooking.

35 minEasyServes 4320 cal/serving

MediterraneanDinnerStovetopVeganVegetarianHigh FiberHalal-friendlyLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

1 eggplant, diced
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup diced tomatoes
1/2 onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the 1 tbsp olive oil and swirl to coat the pan.
2

Add the diced 1/2 onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until it begins to soften and become translucent.
3

Add the minced 2 garlic cloves and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
4

Add the diced 1 eggplant to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the eggplant begins to soften and brown slightly.
5

Add the drained and rinsed 1 can chickpeas to the skillet and stir to combine with the eggplant mixture.
6

Pour in the 1 cup diced tomatoes and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/4 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir to combine all ingredients.
7

Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and the eggplant is completely tender.
8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs like cilantro or cilantro if desired.

Questions

How long does Skillet Eggplant & Chickpeas keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Skillet Eggplant & Chickpeas?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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