Garlic Broccoli Stir Fry

From Rachel’s Kitchen

Servings: 4 | Prep time: 10 min | Cook time: 15 min | Total time: 25 min

Ingredients

Broccoli Stir Fry:

• 1 Tablespoon oil (*see recipe notes)

• 1 onion, diced

• 5 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 heaping 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, cut into small florets

• ⅓ cup vegetable broth

• 1 (15 oz) can of chickpeas, rinsed and drained

• Cooked rice of choice for serving

• Seasame seeds, for sprinkling

Sauce:

• ½ cup of water

• 3 Tablespoons soy sauce (gluten-free if needed)

• 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar or balsamic vinegar

• 2 Tablespoons maple syrup or any other sweetener

• 1 Tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add onion, ginger, garlic, and all spices. Sauté for 3-4 minutes.

2. Add broccoli florets and vegetable broth. Fry until the broccoli is tender but not soft, about 10 minutes.

3. Meanwhile, prepare the sauce: In a medium bowl, combine water, soy sauce, vinegar, maple syrup, and cornstarch. Whisk.

4. Pour the sauce in the pan and add chickpeas.

5. Bring to a boil until the sauce simmers. Fry for a further few minutes.

6. Taste and adjust seasonings. Add more salt/pepper/cayenne pepper if needed.

7. Serve alone or with cooked rice, sprinkle sesame seeds, and enjoy!

   Notes

   Please note that restaurant stir fry recipes contain a lot of oil. If you aren't used to low-fat cooking, you might not like this healthier stir fry version. If you don't mind oil, feel free to add more oil to taste.

   Nutrition facts are for one serving (without rice).

   Recipe from Elavegan