Aubergine and chickpea stew

Spicy chickpea stew with aubergine and chard

Cook up your next favourite recipe: spicy aubergine and chickpea stew with rainbow chard. Soft, succulent aubergine mingles with tender chickpeas in a rich, spicy tomato sauce. Simmer until everything comes together into a thick, luscious stew. Chickpeas add a satisfying bite, and the aubergine soaks up the warm spices and harissa heat, delivering mouthfuls of deep, layered flavours.

Rainbow chard, vibrant and slightly earthy, weaves through the stew, enhancing its look and flavour with a fresh, green note. Fresh parsley, mint, and dill introduce a burst of herby brightness, perfectly balancing the robust spices.

Set the table with a colourful stew

Thanks to its vibrant medley of colours, this stew is a feast for the eyes and sure to impress. It looks stunning on any table with the bright red sauce, purple pieces of aubergine, and rainbow chard. Crown the dish with fresh parsley, mint, and dill for a bright green finish, and serve with crusty bread to soak up every delicious drop. Savour other great flavours with our recipes for vegetable curry with naan, pesto lasagne with sweet potato, butternut squash risotto, or spinach and ricotta ravioli.

Purple aubergine, red tomato, and rainbow chard

Purple aubergines, red tomato sauce brightened with harissa, and rainbow chard all come together in one glorious stew. As it simmers, the deep purple aubergine becomes velvety soft, absorbing the rich, spicy flavours of the stew. Tomatoes break down into a luscious, thick sauce that coats each ingredient with tangy sweetness without being overwhelming, thanks to the fiery kick of harissa. Rainbow chard adds a pop of colour and contributes a crisp texture and slight bitterness that complements the richness of the stew. Enjoy this dynamic, delightful combination, showcasing the beauty and flavour of fresh, well-chosen vegetables.

Exceed every expectation with spicy harissa, herbs, and warm spices

Elevate your cooking with a stew that exceeds every expectation. The secret? Spicy harissa, fresh herbs, and warm spices. The harissa infuses the stew with a fiery, floral heat that lingers on the palate, adding depth with its smoky heat and subtle peppery sweetness. Good food deserves something extra, and toasting cumin and coriander seeds before grinding them releases their warm, earthy fragrances, transforming the flavours into an irresistible dish. Fresh parsley, mint, and dill add a refreshing brightness that cuts through the hearty stew base. Their aromatic notes of grassy, cool, and slightly sweet lift the recipe, making it comforting and invigorating. With a good measure of Lurpak® Plant Based, all ingredients meld together beautifully, turning this simple stew into a glorious feast.

Make it your own

Greatness comes with the courage to experiment. Make small adjustments to try other flavour combinations – you might find your new favourite. While parsley, mint, and dill are our go-to choices, feel free to try, for example, basil or coriander. Vegetables such as courgettes or mushrooms are great additions, just like fresh spinach, beans, or legumes such as lentils or black beans. When you mix in new vegetables, think about how long they need to cook. Quick-cooking vegetables like courgettes can go in later, while firmer ones like carrots should be added earlier to cook through.

Try a splash of citrus juice or zest to brighten the stew and add a refreshing twist. For a creamy texture, stir in a dollop of coconut milk or yoghurt towards the end of cooking. If you prefer a bit of heat, enhance the spice level with finely chopped fresh chillies or a pinch of cayenne pepper.

For a different way of serving it, ladle it over white or brown rice, bulgur, or quinoa, and top it with a dollop of crème fraiche and fresh, soft chunks of avocado.