Aubergine & chickpea bites

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Heat oven to 200°c / 180°c spray the aubergine halves generously with oil, then put them cut side up in a large roasting tin with garlic, coriander, and cumin seeds. Season, then roast for 40 min. Until the aubergine is completely tender. Set aside to cool a little.

Step 2

Scoop the aubergine flesh into bowl and discard the skins. Use a Spatula to scrape the spices and garlic into the bowl. Add the chickpeas, gram flour, lemon zest and juice, roughly mash together and check the seasoning. Don't worry if the mix is a bit soft - it will firm up in the fridge.

Step 3

Shape the mixture into 20 balls and put them on tray with baking parchment, then leave to chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. Swirl the harissa through the yogurt and set aside. Can make ahead to this point the day before and kept covered in the fridge.

Step 4

Heat oven to 180°c / 160°c tip the polenta into a plate, roll the balls in it to cost, then return them to the tray and spray each one with a little oil. Roast for 20 mins. Until crisp, hot and golden. Serve with the harissa yogurt and lemon wedges.