Description
This Sesame Orange Ginger Chickpea Stir-Fry is a flavorful and healthy dish that combines the zesty citrus taste of orange with the warmth of ginger in a delicious sauce. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas and colorful vegetables, this stir-fry is a satisfying meal that can be served over quinoa or brown rice.
Ingredients
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For the Sauce:
- 3/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 tablespoon honey (or agave nectar if vegan)
- 2 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (organic preferred)
- Zest of 1 orange
For the Stir-Fry:
- 1 1/2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil, divided
- 1 – 15 oz can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 red onion, coarsely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
- 8 oz fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
- Green onion, for garnish
- Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
- Red pepper flakes, optional for heat
- Cooked quinoa or brown rice, for serving if desired
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, mix orange juice, honey, soy sauce, ginger, cornstarch, and orange zest. Set aside.
- Stir-Fry: In a pan, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Add chickpeas, onion, garlic, bell pepper, and green beans. Stir-fry until vegetables are tender. Pour in the sauce and cook until it thickens.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and red pepper flakes. Serve over quinoa or brown rice.
Notes
- You can add more vegetables like broccoli, snap peas, or mushrooms to customize this stir-fry.
- Adjust the sweetness or saltiness of the sauce to suit your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg