Ingredients
2 cans (15 ounces each) of drained and rinsed chickpeas
3 to 4 large garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon of avocado or olive oil
1.5 tablespoons of sesame oil
⅓ cup of tamari or soy sauce
3 tablespoons of maple syrup
2 teaspoons of rice vinegar
½ teaspoon of ginger, grated or ground
¼ cup of low sodium vegetable broth or water, divided
1 tablespoon of arrowroot powder or tapioca starch mixed with half of the vegetable broth for thickening
½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes, optional for a bit of heat
Instructions
1-First, rinse and drain the 2 cans of chickpeas to remove any excess sodium, setting them aside for cooking.
2-In a skillet, heat the 1 tablespoon of avocado or olive oil over medium heat, then add the 3 to 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté until they’re fragrant and lightly golden for about 1-2 minutes.
3-Next, combine the ⅓ cup of tamari or soy sauce, 1.5 tablespoons of sesame oil, 3 tablespoons of maple syrup, 2 teaspoons of rice vinegar, ½ teaspoon of ginger, and the remaining vegetable broth in the skillet with the garlic.
4-Whisk in the arrowroot mixture until everything is smooth, then cook on medium-low heat until the sauce starts bubbling and thickening.
5-Add the drained chickpeas and stir to coat them well, cooking on low for about 5 minutes until the sauce turns sticky.
6-Finally, let the dish sit off heat for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld together, making every bite even better. Serve it up with steamed broccoli, quinoa, rice, or whatever you like for a balanced meal that hits the spot.
Last Step:
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🌶️ Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick or adjust to taste.
🥣 Use low sodium tamari or soy sauce to control saltiness.
🧊 Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat with a splash of broth or oil to revive sauce consistency.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegan, Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free option
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 321 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 9.6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 49 g
- Fiber: 10.5 g
- Protein: 11.5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
