Description
Vegan Sticky Sesame Chickpeas are a delightful plant-based dish that combines tender chickpeas with a rich, sweet-and-savory sesame sauce. This easy-to-make recipe transforms everyday ingredients into a vibrant culinary experience perfect for any occasion. Serve them over rice or quinoa for a wholesome meal that is sure to impress family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp Sriracha (or to taste)
- Optional: sesame seeds and green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then pat them dry.
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add chickpeas and cook for about 5 minutes until crispy.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, maple syrup, and Sriracha; pour over chickpeas.
- Lower heat and simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve warm, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg