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Easy Chickpea Stir-fry

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Author: Ashlen Leonard

Ingredients

  • 1 540 ml can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 2 cups broccoli chopped
  • 1 227 ml can sliced water chestnuts (approx. 1 cup)
  • 1/2 cup white onion diced
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder or 2 garlic cloves
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger or 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes
  • Ground black pepper
  • Cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, frying pan or wok heat the oil over medium heat.
  • Add the red bell pepper, broccoli and onion. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the chickpeas and water chestnuts and stir.
  • Season the stir-fry with the soy sauce, garlic, ginger and red pepper flakes. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through.
  • Serve over rice, quinoa or desired grain. Top with freshly ground pepper and cilantro. Store the remaining dish in an air-tight container in the fridge for 3-5 days.