2
tablespoons vegetable oil
1
large onion, chopped (1 cup)
2
cloves garlic, finely chopped
2
medium dark-orange sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1-inch cubes (4 cups)
4
cups fresh cauliflower florets
1
tablespoon finely chopped gingerroot
4
teaspoons curry powder
1/2
teaspoon salt
1/4
teaspoon pepper
1
can (13.5 oz) coconut milk (not cream of coconut)
1
cup vegetable broth
2
teaspoons cornstarch
2
tablespoons cold water
1/2
cup uncooked regular brown or white rice
1 1/3
cups water
1
teaspoon butter
1/3
cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/3
cup sliced green onions (5 medium)
1/3
cup chopped fresh cilantro