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Chickpea Broccoli Stir Fry with Garlic Sauce: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe

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Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Creating Chickpea Broccoli Stir Fry with Garlic Sauce is quite simple. Follow these easy steps:

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, honey (or maple syrup), cornstarch, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
  1. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  1. Stir Fry the Broccoli: Add broccoli florets and stir fry for about 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender.
  1. Add Chickpeas: Toss in the rinsed chickpeas, stirring continuously for another 3-4 minutes until heated through.
  1. Incorporate Garlic: Add minced garlic to the skillet, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  1. Pour in the Sauce: Drizzle the prepared garlic sauce over the stir fry. Stir well to coat all ingredients evenly.
  1. Cook Until Thickened: Let the stir fry cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  1. Season: Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  1. Serve Hot: Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish.
  1. Garnish: If desired, sprinkle with sesame seeds for extra crunch and flavor.

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