Sticky Sesame Chickpeas
This is one of my new favorite quick, high protein meals! It takes 20 minutes and it comes out delicious and satisfying every time.
Ingredients
- 1 can of low sodium chickpeas
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 1/2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp low sodium vegetable broth
- pinch of red pepper flakes
- pinch of salt & pepper
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas. Mince the garlic. Combine the cornstarch and vegetable broth in a small bowl.
- Heat the olive oil in a large saute pan. Add the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the cornstarch mixture, sesame oil, soy sauce, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and ginger to the saute pan. Whisk to combine.
- Cook until bubbles start to form. Add the chickpeas and stir until they are all coated. Lower heat and cook until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
- Serve with rice and your favorite veggies. Enjoy & share!
Nutrition
Calories: 353kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 15gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 777mgPotassium: 532mgFiber: 11gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 39IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 95mgIron: 5mg
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