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In large pot, combine oil, garlic, ginger, shallot, lemon grass and red curry paste; sauté until aromatic.
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Stir in vegetable broth, water, curry powder, sunflower seed butter, coconut milk, sea salt, broccoli, coconut sugar and lime leaves.
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Add pad Thai noodles; bring to boil. Lower heat to simmer. Let simmer 4 minutes, or until noodles are cooked.
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Add red bell pepper. Continue cooking 5 minutes or until noodles are cooked through.
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Meanwhile, in skillet, heat oil. Stir fry chickpeas and spices a few minutes, until outsides are golden.
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To serve, top with chickpeas. Sprinkle with paprika, sesame seeds, fresh cilantro and fresh lime to taste.