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Aubergine and Lentil Ragu

By Ocado
This Aubergine and Lentil Ragu is a rich, hearty, and deeply satisfying meal. Aubergine and protein-packed green lentils simmer in a vibrant tomato base, creating a savoury sauce that clings perfectly to pasta. Ready in…
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Ingredients

9 total
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 aubergine, roughly chopped
  • 1 red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 2 x 400g tins green lentils, drained and rinsed
  • 2 x 400g tins plum tomatoes
  • 600ml vegetable stock
  • 500g long thick pasta, we used Garofalo Mafalde Pasta
  • 1 small handful parsley, roughly chopped

Method

5 steps

  1. Step 1

    Heat a large pan over a medium heat. Add half the oil and the aubergine and fry for about 5minutes until soft and golden, stirring regularly.

  2. Step 2

    Add the remaining oil with the red onion and garlic and cook for 2-3mins.

  3. Step 3

    Tip in the lentils and plum tomatoes. Stir in the hot vegetable stock. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 mins, until it has thickened slightly.

  4. Step 4

    Cook the pasta according to pack instructions, drain reserving a cupful of pasta water. Add the pasta to the pan, along with the water.

  5. Step 5

    Serve immediately, scattered with the flat-leaf parsley.