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Garlic Broccoli Stir Fry

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This Garlic Broccoli Stir Fry is a quick, flavor-packed plant-based meal featuring tender-crisp broccoli, hearty chickpeas, and a savory garlic-ginger sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it pairs perfectly with rice for an easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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 of broccoli, cut into small florets

1/3 cup vegetable broth

1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained

1/2 cup water

3 tablespoons soy sauce (gluten-free if needed)

2 tablespoons rice vinegar or balsamic vinegar

2 tablespoons maple syrup or other sweetener

1 tablespoon cornstarch

Cooked rice of choice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add diced onion, minced ginger, minced garlic, onion powder, paprika, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until fragrant and softened.
  2. Add broccoli florets and vegetable broth. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender-crisp.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together water, soy sauce, vinegar, maple syrup, and cornstarch until smooth.
  4. Pour the prepared sauce into the pan and add the chickpeas. Stir well to combine.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and simmer for a few minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm on its own or over cooked rice.

Notes

  • Add extra vegetables such as bell peppers, snap peas, carrots, or mushrooms for more variety.
  • Swap chickpeas for tofu or tempeh for a different plant-based protein option.
  • Drizzle with sesame oil or sprinkle with sesame seeds or sliced green onions before serving.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water or broth, or microwave in 30-second intervals until heated through.
  • Freeze for up to 2 months, noting the broccoli may soften slightly after thawing.

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