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Chickpea and broccoli stir fry in a vibrant dish garnished with herbs

Chickpea Broccoli Stir Fry with Garlic Sauce

A quick and nourishing chickpea broccoli stir fry with a glossy garlic sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Vegetarian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp olive oil Use a mild extra virgin olive oil for flavor or swap with avocado oil.
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced Choose a sweet or yellow onion for caramelized notes.
  • 2 cups broccoli florets Fresh florets give crisp bite; if using frozen, thaw and pat dry.
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed Canned chickpeas save time; rinse well to reduce sodium.
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced Adds sweetness and color; substitute with orange pepper or snap peas.
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh minced garlic is aromatic.
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce Use reduced-sodium soy sauce to control salt.
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup Adds subtle sweetness.
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated Freshly grated ginger delivers brightness.
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes Adjust quantity for desired spice level.
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tsp cornstarch Slurry thickens sauce quickly.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until translucent.
  2. Add broccoli florets, red bell pepper, and carrot to the pan. Stir fry for 5–6 minutes until vegetables are tender but still crisp.
  3. Add chickpeas to the pan and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together minced garlic, soy sauce, maple syrup, grated ginger, red pepper flakes, water, and cornstarch to make the sauce.
  5. Pour the sauce over the stir fry and mix well. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the vegetables and chickpeas evenly.
  6. Remove from heat and serve hot over rice or quinoa.

Notes

Pairs well with steamed jasmine rice or quinoa and can be customized with different vegetables and proteins. For a spicy kick, increase red pepper flakes.