Arabic Eggplant Aubergine Stew Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful vegetarian eggplant stew, perfect as a hearty main course or served over your favorite pasta! This easy oven-baked recipe, inspired by the sunsets of the Middle East (credited to Kathren McIntyre), boasts tender eggplant, savory garbanzos, and juicy tomatoes. Get ready for a taste of the exotic in just 75 minutes!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 206.3 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 4.6 (9 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Arabic Eggplant Aubergine Stew

  • 1 large (about 2 pounds) eggplant
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 (15-ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, reserving juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste; freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • enough water to measure 1 1/3 cups with reserved tomato juice
  • fresh parsley (optional), for garnish

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How to Make Arabic Eggplant Aubergine Stew

  1. Rinse 1 large (about 2 pounds) eggplant thoroughly.
  2. Trim off and discard the stems.
  3. Cut the eggplant into 2-inch cubes.
  4. In a 13x9 inch baking pan, toss the eggplant cubes with 1 large chopped onion, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
  5. Bake at 450°F (232°C) for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the eggplant is very soft when pressed.
  6. Drain and rinse one (15-ounce) can of garbanzo beans.
  7. Drain one (28-ounce) can of crushed tomatoes, reserving the juice.
  8. Combine the reserved tomato juice with enough water to measure 1 1/3 cups.
  9. Add the drained garbanzo beans, crushed tomatoes, and the 1 1/3 cup liquid mixture to the baked eggplant.
  10. Stir gently to combine and continue baking for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are heated through and the flavors have melded.
  11. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

49g

Fat

2g

Carbs

13g