Sesame Ginger Chickpeas

Sesame Ginger Chickpeas

from naturallieplantbased.com
15 min
4 servings

Sesame ginger chickpeas are a flavorful weeknight dinner with tender chickpeas sautéed with mouthwatering sticky marinade of aromatic ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and more.

Ingredients

  • 2 cans (15 oz each chickpeas, drained and rinsed)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon minced or grated fresh ginger*
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Green onions (chopped (for garnish))
  • Cooked rice or quinoa (optional, for serving)
  • Stir fried veggies (such as broccoli or peppers) (optional, for serving)

Directions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, whisk together water, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and minced ginger. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add in an extra dash of sesame oil. Add the chickpeas with the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant and chickpeas are warmed.

  3. 3

    Turn the heat down to medium. Pour the prepared sauce over the chickpeas. Stir well to coat the chickpeas evenly in the sauce. Bring it to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.

  4. 4

    Serve the sesame ginger chickpeas over cooked rice or quinoa with stir fried veggies. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.