Description

Vegan Sticky Sesame Chickpeas are a quick, healthy, and flavor-packed plant-based main course. Tender chickpeas are coated in a sweet and savory sesame sauce, creating a satisfying dish that’s perfect served over rice or noodles. It’s ideal for busy weeknights and full of protein and fiber, making it a wholesome meal that comes together in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Chickpeas

2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed

Sauce

1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon sriracha (optional for heat)
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)

For Serving & Garnish

Cooked rice or noodles
Chopped green onions
Sesame seeds

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Instructions

Prepare the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, tomato paste, sesame oil, sriracha (if using), ginger, and garlic until smooth and combined.
Saute the Chickpeas: Heat a large skillet or nonstick pan over medium heat. Add drained chickpeas and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through.
Add the Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the chickpeas in the pan. Stir well to ensure the chickpeas are evenly coated. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Thicken the Sauce: Stir the cornstarch slurry into the pan. Continue to simmer, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy, about 2-4 minutes.
Serve: Spoon the sticky sesame chickpeas over rice or noodles. Garnish with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Notes

You can substitute chickpeas with tofu or another white bean if desired.
For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
Adjust sriracha to taste for more or less heat.
This dish stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat before serving.
Double the sauce for extra saucy chickpeas!

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
Calories: 265
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 0mg