Cut all your veggies. Saute the onion and 2 cloves chopped garlic in 1/2 tsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 2 Tbsp curry powder and salt and stir until combined.

Add the coconut milk to the onion mixture, bring to simmer and work out any clumps. Stir in the tofu and cook for a few minutes until the tofu has absorbed most of the flavors. Simmer the liquid on low heat until it has cooked down slightly.

Meanwhile, in a large pan, saute the broccoli, asparagus, potato (if using) and pepper with 2 chopped garlic cloves over medium heat. If you are using the potato, I recommend adding that first, and cooking it for about 5-10 minutes before adding the other veggies. Add salt, cayenne, remaining curry power, cumin, and other spices to taste. Cook until veggies are tender.

Add the tofu and coconut milk mixture to the pan of veggies. Stir to combine.

Add additional spices as needed. Increase the heat to medium and bring the curry to a simmer. Cook through for about 5 minutes.

Remove the curry from the heat and stir in cashews. Serve with brown rice.