Garlic Broccoli Stir Fry with Chickpeas
A quick and flavorful stir fry featuring broccoli, chickpeas, and a savory garlic sauce. Perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 clove garlic minced
- 1 medium onion thinly sliced
- 3 cup broccoli florets
- 1 can chickpeas 15 ounces, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp soy sauce ensure halal-certified
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce ensure halal-certified, or use a halal vegetarian alternative
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 1/4 cup water
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sliced onion to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and the onions start to soften.
- Add the broccoli florets to the skillet, stirring occasionally. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the broccoli begins to turn bright green and slightly tender.
- Add the chickpeas to the skillet and stir to combine with the broccoli mixture.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).
- Pour the sauce over the broccoli and chickpeas, then add 1/4 cup of water to help the vegetables steam. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
- Cover the skillet and let the mixture cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender but still crisp.
- Uncover the skillet, season with salt and black pepper to taste, and stir one final time.
- Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
For a vegan option, substitute the oyster sauce with a halal-certified vegetarian alternative. Adjust the crushed red pepper flakes to your spice preference.