Chick Pea Zucchini Curry

Directions

1. * Preferably thin egg noodles or possibly whole wheat spaghetti GARNISH: scallion curls, opt. (Slice green part very thin lengthwise. Drop into ice water.
2. Curls will form in about 15 min) Boil a large pot of water; cook pasta till al dente. While pasta is cooking, heat oil in a saucepan. Add in onion, garlic, mushrooms, and zucchini. Saute/fry till zucchini is tender but not mushy. Stir in remaining ingredients and cook over medium heat, covered, for about 8 min. When pasta is done, drain well. Spoon vegetables over pasta. Garnish with scallion curls. VARIATIONS: - add in 1-2 t finely chopped gingerroot; saute/fry with vegetables - serve on beds of warm cooked brown rice serve on couscous
3. NOTE: Vegans are strict vegetarians who eat neither animal flesh nor animal products, including all dairy products. This dish would fit into a vegan diet. The chick peas and pasta complement each other to create a complete protein.