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Chickpea and Bell Pepper Stir Fry

Chickpea and Bell Pepper Stir Fry


  • Author: Lorena
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick & easy recipe for a flavorful, healthy meal. Ready in 30 mins!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 400g / 1 can Chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 medium Bell Peppers, sliced
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce (or Tamari)
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Broth
  • 1 tsp Ginger, grated
  • ½ tsp each of Smoked Paprika, Cumin, and Coriander
  • 2 Green Onions, thinly sliced, for garnish
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds, for garnish
  • 1 tbsp Cooking Oil (vegetable or canola)

Instructions

  1. Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onion until softened. Add garlic and ginger, cook until fragrant.
  2. Add bell peppers and stir-fry until tender-crisp.
  3. Add chickpeas, smoked paprika, cumin, and coriander. Stir well to combine.
  4. Pour in soy sauce and vegetable broth. Simmer until sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Remove from heat, drizzle with sesame oil. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Spice It Up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha for heat.
  • Make It Creamy: Stir in a spoonful of cashew butter or tahini for a creamy sauce.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 400
  • Fat: 8
  • Saturated Fat: 1
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 35
  • Fiber: 10
  • Protein: 10
  • Cholesterol: 0

Keywords: chickpea stir fry, bell pepper stir fry, vegetarian stir fry, easy recipe, quick dinner, healthy meal