Garlic Broccoli Stir Fry

Garlic Broccoli Stir Fry

from elavegan.com
25 min

Flavorful broccoli stir fry with chickpeas and a delicious garlic ginger sauce! This vegan weeknight dinner is easy to make in just one pan and it's ready in about 25 minutes. The healthy takeout recipe is meat-free, gluten-free, low in fat, and very simple!

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon oil ((*see recipe notes))
  • 1 onion (diced)
  • 5 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 heaped tablespoon fresh ginger (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Black pepper & sea salt (to taste)
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper
  • 1 medium head of broccoli (cut into small florets)
  • 1/3 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 (15 oz) can of chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
  • Cooked rice of choice (for serving)
  • 1/2 cup of water
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce ((gluten-free if needed))
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or any other sweetener)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add onion, ginger, garlic, and all spices. Sauté for 3-4 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add broccoli florets and vegetable broth. Fry until the broccoli is tender but not soft, about 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Meanwhile, prepare the sauce: In a medium bowl, combine water, soy sauce, vinegar, maple syrup, and cornstarch. Whisk.

  4. 4

    Pour the sauce in the pan and add chickpeas.

  5. 5

    Bring to a boil until the sauce simmers. Fry for a further few minutes.

  6. 6

    Taste and adjust seasonings. Add more salt/pepper/cayenne pepper if needed.

  7. 7

    Serve alone or with cooked rice. Enjoy!