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Garlic Broccoli Stir Fry With Chickpeas

Garlic Broccoli Stir Fry With Chickpeas
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This Garlic Broccoli Stir Fry with Chickpeas is a flavorful, nutritious vegan stir-fry perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner. Packed with tender broccoli, protein-rich chickpeas, and a savory garlic-ginger sauce, this dish offers a delightful combination of spices and a touch of sweetness for a satisfying meal served best over steamed rice.

Ingredients

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Broccoli Stir Fry:

  • 1 tablespoon oil (vegetable or olive oil recommended)
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 heaped tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper
  • 1 medium head (about 450 g) broccoli, cut into small florets
  • ⅓ cup (80 ml) vegetable broth
  • 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • Cooked rice of choice, for serving

Sauce:

  • ½ cup (120 ml) water
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or any preferred sweetener
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions

  1. Prepare Aromatics: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add diced onion, minced ginger, minced garlic, onion powder, paprika, smoked paprika, black pepper, sea salt, and cayenne pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is softened and the mixture is fragrant.
  2. Cook Broccoli: Add broccoli florets and vegetable broth to the pan. Fry, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender but still slightly crisp, about 10 minutes.
  3. Make the Sauce: While broccoli cooks, whisk together water, soy sauce, rice or balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, and cornstarch in a medium bowl until smooth.
  4. Add Sauce and Chickpeas: Pour the sauce mixture into the pan with broccoli and add the rinsed and drained chickpeas. Stir to combine.
  5. Simmer the Stir Fry: Bring the sauce to a boil and let it simmer for a few minutes, allowing it to thicken and coat the broccoli and chickpeas thoroughly.
  6. Season and Serve: Taste the stir-fry and adjust seasonings with additional salt, pepper, or cayenne pepper if desired. Serve hot alone or over cooked rice. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Use any neutral oil suitable for stir-frying, such as vegetable or avocado oil.
  • For a gluten-free dish, use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.
  • Feel free to swap broccoli with other vegetables like green beans or snap peas.
  • Maple syrup can be replaced with agave nectar or honey if not strict vegan.
  • Cook the rice in advance to make the meal preparation faster.

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