Teriyaki chickpeas are a flavorful and easy-to-make dish, perfect as a main course or a side. They are packed with protein and can be customized with your favorite vegetables.
Author:Hank
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Asian
Diet:Vegan
Ingredients
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1 tbsp sesame oil
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
½ cup teriyaki sauce
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
Sesame seeds, for garnish
Chopped green onions, for garnish
Instructions
Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add bell peppers and onion, and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
Add rinsed and drained chickpeas to the skillet.
In a small bowl, whisk together teriyaki sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Pour the sauce over the chickpeas and vegetables.
Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and coated the chickpeas.
Serve immediately over cooked rice or noodles.
Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Notes
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your spice preference.
For extra protein, add some edamame or tofu.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.