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Vegan Sticky Sesame Chickpeas Recipe

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Enjoy this quick Vegan Sticky Sesame Chickpeas recipe featuring a blend of sweet and savory flavors, packed with protein and gluten-free.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Chickpeas
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
For the Sauce
  • 3-4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
  • 1.5 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • cup tamari or soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
  • ¼ cup vegetable broth divided
  • 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder or cornstarch

Equipment

  • Medium Skillet
  • Small Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by draining and rinsing one can of chickpeas under cold water to remove excess sodium. Pat them dry and set aside.
  2. In a medium skillet, heat one tablespoon of avocado oil over medium heat. Once shimmering, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together one tablespoon of arrowroot powder with two tablespoons of vegetable broth until smooth.
  4. Add 1.5 tablespoons of toasted sesame oil, ⅓ cup of tamari, two tablespoons of maple syrup, one tablespoon of rice vinegar, one tablespoon of ginger, and the remaining vegetable broth to the skillet. Whisk and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Stir the prepared arrowroot mixture into the skillet, whisking until the sauce thickens for about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Carefully add the dried chickpeas to the skillet and stir gently to coat them in the sauce. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
  8. Serve over quinoa or brown rice and garnish with sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Ensure chickpeas are well-drained and consider adding chili flakes for heat. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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