Description
This Garlic Broccoli Stir Fry is a flavorful vegan dinner made with tender broccoli, hearty chickpeas, and a delicious garlic ginger sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a healthy one-pan meal that’s naturally gluten-free, low in fat, and better than takeout.
Ingredients
- Broccoli Stir Fry
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 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 and sea salt, to taste
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 1 medium head broccoli (450 g), cut into small florets
- 1/3 cup vegetable broth
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- Cooked rice, for serving
- Sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (gluten-free if needed)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or preferred sweetener
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, minced ginger, onion powder, paprika, smoked paprika, black pepper, sea salt, and cayenne pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the broccoli florets and vegetable broth. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender but still slightly crisp.
- Meanwhile, prepare the sauce by whisking together the water, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and cornstarch in a medium bowl until smooth.
- Pour the sauce into the pan and add the drained chickpeas.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the vegetables.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt, black pepper, or cayenne pepper if desired.
- Serve immediately on its own or over cooked rice.
Notes
- This healthier stir fry uses less oil than traditional restaurant versions. Add extra oil if you prefer a richer flavor.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari to keep the recipe gluten-free.
- Serve with jasmine rice, brown rice, quinoa, or noodles.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired