Chickpea and Vegetable Curry with Couscous Recipe Video

Directions GETTING READY 1. To make curry paste, heat a small skillet over medium high heat. Add coriander and cumin seeds; toast until fragrant, stirring often, about 5 minutes.

Place coriander, cumin, mustard, poppy seeds and peppercorns in a spice mill and grind until fine.

Pour into a small bowl and add chili powder, turmeric, garlic, ginger, vinegar, oil and salt. Mix well and set aside. (you can store this curry paste in the refrigerator or freezer until required)

MAKING 4. In a small bowl, mix together couscous, olive oil and a generous pinch of salt.

Pour over 1 cup boiling water, cover and let steam 5 minutes. Remove cover and fluff with a fork.

Heat 1 -2 tablespoon of the curry paste in a medium saucepan over medium high heat.

Add vegetables, garbanzo beans and remaining 3/4 cups water.

Cook until vegetables are just heated through, about 2 minutes.

Remove from heat and mix in yogurt and cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

SERVING 10. Divide the couscous among dinner bowls and top with the chickpea and vegetable curry.

. Garnish with cilantro if you like.

TIPS If you don't have a spice grinder for the curry paste, use a mortar and pestle. You can also place spices in a double zip lock bag and smash well with a hammer.

Use whatever vegetables are in season. In spring try asparagus, peas and artichokes. For summer use tomato, zucchini, eggplant and summer squash. In fall, add butternut squash, Brussels sprouts and cauliflower.

What you will love about this recipe is the extra curry paste that can be frozen and stored for up to 6 months.