Ingredients
Broccoli Stir Fry:
- 1 tablespoon oil (such as olive oil or avocado oil; see recipe notes)
- 1 onion, diced
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 heaped tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Black pepper & sea salt, to taste
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 1 medium head of broccoli (approx. 450 g), cut into small florets
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) vegetable broth
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- Cooked rice of choice, for serving
Sauce:
- ½ cup (120 ml) water
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or any other sweetener
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics and spices: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add diced onion, minced ginger, minced garlic, and all the spices (onion powder, paprika, smoked paprika, black pepper, sea salt, and cayenne pepper). Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onions are translucent and the mixture is fragrant.
- Cook broccoli: Add the broccoli florets to the pan along with the vegetable broth. Stir and cook until the broccoli is tender but still slightly crisp, about 10 minutes.
- Prepare the sauce: While the broccoli cooks, whisk together water, soy sauce, vinegar, maple syrup, and cornstarch in a medium bowl until smooth and well combined.
- Add sauce and chickpeas: Pour the prepared sauce into the pan with the broccoli. Add the rinsed and drained chickpeas. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
- Simmer and thicken: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let the sauce simmer and thicken for a few minutes while stirring occasionally.
- Adjust seasoning and serve: Taste the stir fry and adjust seasonings if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or cayenne pepper. Serve hot, either on its own or over cooked rice. Enjoy your healthy and flavorful vegan meal!
Notes
- You can use olive oil, avocado oil, or any neutral-flavored oil for sautéing.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure soy sauce is certified gluten-free.
- If you prefer spicier food, increase the cayenne pepper to taste.
- The sauce can be adjusted to your sweetness preference by adding more or less maple syrup.
- This recipe is excellent with brown rice, jasmine rice, or quinoa as a base.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan, American
- Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Low Fat
