Warm the olive oil in a large saucepan set over medium–low heat. Add the garlic, ginger, chillies and curry paste. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring often, until fragrant.
Add the peppers, lentils, coconut milk, tamari, maple syrup and stock or water. Bring to the boil then reduce the heat and simmer with the lid on for 20–25 minutes until the lentils are tender.
Add the chickpeas along with the liquid from the jar and simmer for 5—10 minutes.
Add the spinach and cook until just wilted. Stir in the lime juice and three-quarters of the Thai basil. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
Serve in bowls, topped with the remaining Thai basil, peanuts, mint and coriander (if using). Delicious with steamed sticky rice or quinoa.
