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Spicy Moroccan Harissa Eggplant with Chickpeas

Name: Spicy Moroccan Harissa Eggplant with Chickpeas
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Eggplant, 2 large, cut into 1-inch cubes; Olive oil, 2 tbsp; Salt, 1 tsp; Black pepper, 1/2 tsp; Chickpeas, 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed; Olive oil, 1 tbsp; Cumin seeds, 1/2 tsp; Smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp; Harissa paste, 2 tbsp; Tomato paste, 1 tbsp; Water, 1/4 cup; Lemon juice, 1 tbsp; Garlic, 1 clove, minced

This dish combines roasted eggplant with a spicy harissa sauce, complemented by chickpeas for a hearty meal perfect for any occasion.

4.6(106 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·September 6, 2025

Spicy Moroccan Harissa Eggplant with Chickpeas — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Roasted Eggplant

For the Chickpeas

For the Harissa Sauce

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 179 kcal
Protein: 3.8 g
Carbs: 17.1 g
Fat: 11.8 g
Fiber: 5.7 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 716 kcal
Protein: 15.1 g
Carbs: 68.6 g
Fat: 47.3 g
Fiber: 22.6 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Eggplant 2 large, cut into 1-inch cubes	80	3	20	0	10
Olive oil 2 tbsp	240	0	0	28	0
Salt 1 tsp	0	0	0	0	0
Black pepper 1/2 tsp	3	0	1	0	1
Chickpeas 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed	210	11	35	3	9
Olive oil 1 tbsp	120	0	0	14	0
Cumin seeds 1/2 tsp	4	0.2	0.6	0.2	0.4
Smoked paprika 1/2 tsp	3	0.2	1	0.1	0.6
Harissa paste 2 tbsp	35	1	6	2	1
Tomato paste 1 tbsp	13	0.5	3	0	0.5
Water 1/4 cup	0	0	0	0	0
Lemon juice 1 tbsp	4	0	1	0	0
Garlic 1 clove, minced	4	0.2	1	0	0.1

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Eggplant

1
Drizzle oil
Place the eggplant cubes in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil.
2
Season
Season with salt and pepper, tossing to coat evenly.
3
Marinate
Let the eggplant sit for 15 minutes to absorb flavors.

Preparing the Chickpeas

1
Heat oil & seeds
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and add cumin seeds, letting them crackle for a few seconds.
2
Add chickpeas
Add chickpeas and smoked paprika, stirring to combine well.

How to Make Spicy Moroccan Harissa Eggplant with Chickpeas

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Roast Eggplant
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and roast the marinated eggplant on a baking sheet for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
2
Heat Harissa Sauce
In a saucepan, combine harissa paste, tomato paste, water, lemon juice, and garlic. Heat over medium and stir until well mixed.
3
Combine Ingredients
Combine the roasted eggplant and chickpeas in a large dish, then pour over the warmed harissa sauce. Mix until evenly coated.