1. Mix the following spices together in a small bowl, and set aside:
- 2 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp cayenne
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
2. Combine and set aside:
- 1 vegan bouillon cube (I like this bouillon by Rapunzel)
- 1 cup hot water
3. Add the following items to a soup pan, and saute until the onions are translucent:
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2-inch chunk of fresh ginger, grated
- 1 jalapeno, finely chopped
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced (I use a garlic press, similar to this one)
4. Add the spice mixture to the pan, and saute for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
5. Add the vegetable broth to the pan. Then add the following:
- 2 lb. small red potatoes, skin on, diced into bite-sized pieces.
6. Stir, cover with lid, and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Add to the pan:
- 1 large head cauliflower, chopped into bite-sized florets.
8. Stir, cover with lid, and cook for another 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. Stir in the following:
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
10. Cover with lid and let sit for 5 minutes. Serve over fluffy jasmine rice mixed with Earth Balance margarine.