Description

Mongolian Chickpeas are a flavorful and satisfying plant-based dish inspired by the traditional Mongolian beef stir fry, but with a vegan twist. This recipe features hearty chickpeas cooked in a rich, sweet-savory sauce with a delightful hint of ginger, garlic, and soy sauce.

Ingredients

1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed

2 tbsp soy sauce

2 tbsp hoisin sauce

2 tbsp maple syrup (or sugar)

1 tbsp rice vinegar

1 tbsp sesame oil

3 garlic cloves, minced

1-inch piece of ginger, minced

1 tsp cornstarch

2 tbsp water

2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Sesame seeds (for garnish)

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Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Set aside.
In a large skillet or wok, heat a little sesame oil over medium heat. Add the chickpeas and cook for about 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Once the chickpeas are crispy, pour in the sauce mixture followed by the cornstarch slurry. Stir to coat evenly.
Allow the sauce to thicken, stirring frequently for another 3–5 minutes.
Once the sauce has thickened, remove from heat. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
Serve the Mongolian chickpeas over rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Notes

Spicy Mongolian Chickpeas: Add some chili flakes or a dash of sriracha to the sauce if you prefer a bit of heat.
Add Vegetables: You can include stir-fried vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, or broccoli to make it even more hearty and nutritious.
Tofu Variation: For an even meatier texture, you can substitute the chickpeas with tofu. Just be sure to press the tofu to remove excess moisture and pan-fry it until crispy.
Storage: Store any leftover Mongolian Chickpeas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating: Reheat in a skillet over medium heat, adding a splash of water or vegetable broth to loosen the sauce if it thickens too much.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stir-fry
Cuisine: Mongolian-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 220
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 0mg