BBC Good Food Aubergine Curry

Aubergine curry is a popular Indian dish, and one of the most popular vegetarian dishes around. This delicious, creamy and fragrant curry is easy to make and perfect for a mid-week dinner or a special occasion. This aubergine curry has a great depth of flavour, thanks to the combination of spices, and is sure to be a hit with family and friends.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon garam masala
2 large aubergines, diced
400ml can of chopped tomatoes
200ml vegetable stock
1 tablespoon tomato purée
100g Greek-style yoghurt
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Chopped fresh coriander, to garnish

Instructions

Heat the oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and cook for a few minutes until softened. Add the ground coriander, cumin, turmeric and garam masala and cook for a further minute until fragrant.

Add the diced aubergines to the pan and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour in the chopped tomatoes, vegetable stock and tomato purée and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the Greek-style yoghurt. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste. Garnish with chopped fresh coriander and serve with steamed basmati rice or warm naan bread.

Nutrition

This aubergine curry is a great source of protein, vitamins, minerals and fibre. It’s also low in fat and calories, making it a healthy and nutritious meal. One serving provides around 200-300 calories, depending on the size of the portion.

The main source of protein in the dish comes from the Greek-style yoghurt, with around 4-5g per serving. The yoghurt also provides calcium, which is important for bone health. The aubergines are a good source of dietary fibre and vitamins B1, B6 and K, which are important for a healthy immune system.

The curry is also packed with essential minerals, including magnesium and potassium. Magnesium is important for the formation of healthy bones and teeth, while potassium helps to regulate blood pressure and maintain a healthy heart. This aubergine curry is a great way to get your daily dose of vitamins, minerals and fibre.