Step 1

Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Now add the garlic and ginger, and cook for 1 more minute. Add the curry powder and sauté 1-2 minutes more, until fragrant.

Step 2

To the pot, add the sweet potato, cauliflower, broccoli, carrots, red pepper and lentils or chickpeas. Pour in the coconut milk, red curry paste and salt and stir well. Bring to a boil, then simmer for about 10 minutes, until the sweet potatoes and other vegetables are tender.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water, then stir into the curry to thicken.

Step 4

Now stir in the sugar, lime juice and the spinach until it wilts. Taste; season with more salt if desired. Serve hot with rice, fresh cilantro, hot sauce and maybe Easy Vegan Naan.