Chickpeas, spices and coconut milk transform slow-cooker vegetable curry into a flavorful stew with minimal effort.
Instructions
1
Saute aromatics and bloom the spices
2
In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Saute the onion until it's soft and lightly browned, five to seven minutes. Add the garlic and spices, and cook and stir for one minute. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for one minute. Transfer the mixture to a 5- or 6-quart slow cooker.
3
Finish it in the slow cooker
4
Mash one can of beans until it's smooth, then and add it to the slow cooker. Stir in the remaining beans, sweet potato, cauliflower, carrot, tomatoes, broth, coconut milk, pepper and salt. Cook, covered, on low until the vegetables are tender, five to six hours.
5
Serve the curry
6
Sprinkle the curry with cilantro. Serve it with rice, lime wedges and, if desired, yogurt.