This Vegan Teriyaki Chickpea Stir-Fry Recipe is a quick and nutritious meal that brings together the flavors of tender chickpeas and fresh vegetables in a savory teriyaki sauce. It’s a perfect option for anyone looking for a satisfying vegan recipe that is both healthy and delicious.
The stir-fry is easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite vegetables. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Quick and Easy Vegan Teriyaki Chickpea Stir-Fry
This stir-fry features protein-packed chickpeas sautéed with colorful vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas, all coated in a homemade teriyaki sauce. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
- Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the sliced bell pepper, broccoli, and snap peas. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Add Chickpeas: Stir in the chickpeas, garlic, and ginger. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Make Teriyaki Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, and cornstarch mixture. Pour the sauce over the stir-fry and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve over cooked rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 280kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
