Description
This Garlic Broccoli Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful vegan dish packed with aromatic garlic, fresh ginger, and perfectly tender broccoli florets. Enhanced with a savory and slightly sweet sauce made from soy, vinegar, and maple syrup, it offers a deliciously balanced meal that can be served on its own or over your favorite cooked rice. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an easy, healthy weeknight dinner that’s both satisfying and nourishing.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon oil (see recipe notes for options)
- 1 onion, diced
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 heaped tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Black pepper & sea salt, to taste
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 1 medium head of broccoli, cut into small florets
- 1/3 cup vegetable broth
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
Sauce Ingredients
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (gluten-free if needed)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or other sweetener
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
For Serving
- Cooked rice of choice
Instructions
- Heat the aromatics: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced ginger, minced garlic, onion powder, paprika, smoked paprika, black pepper, sea salt, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onions soften and the spices are fragrant.
- Cook the broccoli: Add broccoli florets and 1/3 cup vegetable broth to the pan. Cook by frying until the broccoli becomes tender but still slightly crisp, about 10 minutes.
- Prepare the sauce: While broccoli cooks, whisk together 1/2 cup water, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch in a medium bowl until smooth and lump-free.
- Add sauce and chickpeas: Pour the prepared sauce into the pan with the broccoli and add the rinsed and drained chickpeas.
- Simmer the sauce: Bring the mixture to a boil so the sauce can simmer and thicken while frying gently for a few more minutes, ensuring everything is heated through and the chickpeas absorb some flavor.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the stir fry and adjust the salt, pepper, or cayenne pepper according to preference.
- Serve: Serve the garlic broccoli stir fry on its own or over cooked rice for a complete meal. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use any neutral oil such as vegetable, canola, or avocado oil for frying.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute regular soy sauce with tamari or gluten-free soy sauce.
- Adjust the sweetness of the sauce by varying the amount of maple syrup or substitute with honey if not vegan.
- The broccoli should be tender-crisp to maintain a nice texture, avoid overcooking.
- This recipe can be doubled easily for more servings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Keywords: garlic broccoli stir fry, vegan stir fry, quick dinner, easy broccoli recipe, chickpea stir fry, plant-based meal, healthy stir fry
