Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp (25 mL) olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) curry powder
  • 1 lb (500 g) small red-skinned potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch (1 cm) dice
  • 4 cups (1 L) vegetable stock
  • 1 cup (250 mL) unsweetened coconut milk
  • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt
  • 2 cans (each 14 to 19 oz/398 to 540 mL) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch (1 cm) dice
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) packed light brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 2 cups (500 mL) packed baby spinach (about 3 oz/90 g)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Toasted sweetened shredded coconut (see Notes)

Method

  • In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat.
  • Add onion and saute until softened, about 6 minutes.
  • Add garlic and saute for 1 minute.
  • Add curry powder and saute for 10 seconds.
  • Add potatoes and stir to coat.
  • Add stock and coconut milk; cook for 10 minutes.
  • Add chickpeas and zucchini; cook for 10 minutes, or until potatoes and zucchini are tender.
  • Stir in brown sugar and lime juice.
  • Add spinach and stir until wilted.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Ladle into heated bowls and garnish with coconut.