Soak the rice noodles in the hot water for about 10 minutes or until tender. Add more water as needed.
While the noodles soak, add the red onion, ginger, and garlic with about 1 tablespoon of water. Cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in the curry powder and cook for about 1 minute. Whisk in the coconut milk, vegetable broth, honey, soy sauce, and red pepper. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes. Drain the rice noodles and add to the coconut mixture. Stir in the carrots, cabbage, and chickpeas. Cook for about 2 minutes or until noodles are hot. The carrots and cabbage will still be a bit crunchy. Ladle into serving bowls. Sprinkle with green onion, sesame seeds, and cilantro. Serve and enjoy!