Chickpea Broccoli Stir Fry with Garlic Sauce
This quick and flavorful stir fry combines protein-rich chickpeas with crisp-tender broccoli, tossed in a savory garlic sauce. It’s a wholesome vegan meal that comes together in under 30 minutes—perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 25 minutes
Servings:2-3
Ingredients
For the Stir Fry:
1 can (15 oz / 400g) chickpeas
2 cups broccoli florets
1 red bell pepper
1 carrot
2 tbsp olive oil
2 green onions
Sesame seeds
For the Garlic Sauce:
3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 3 tbsp water – slurry)
3 garlic cloves
1 tsp fresh ginger
½ cup vegetable broth (or water)
½ tsp chili flakes
Instructions
Prepare the sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, garlic, ginger, broth, and chili flakes.
Stir in the cornstarch slurry until smooth. Set aside.
Cook the vegetables
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add broccoli, bell pepper, and carrot. Stir fry 4–5 minutes until just tender but still crisp. Remove from pan and set aside.
Cook the chickpeas
In the same skillet, add another 1 tbsp oil.
Add chickpeas and stir fry for 3–4 minutes until lightly golden.
Combine & sauce it up
Return the veggies to the pan with chickpeas.
Pour in the garlic sauce, stirring well.
Cook 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats everything.
Serve
Transfer to bowls.
Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Serve with steamed rice or noodles.
Notes & Tips
For extra flavor, roast chickpeas in the oven until crispy before stir frying.
Add more veggies like snap peas, zucchini, or mushrooms.
Sauce too thick? Add a splash of broth. Too thin? Let it cook a bit longer.
Great for meal prep: stores in the fridge up to 4 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I make this oil-free?
A: Yes, saute veggies in a splash of water or broth and skip the oil.
Q: Can I use frozen broccoli?
A: Absolutely—just thaw slightly and pat dry before stir frying.
Q: What can I replace chickpeas with?
A: Tofu, tempeh, or edamame also work great.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 350
Protein: 14g
Carbs: 48g
Fat: 11g
Fiber: 11g