2cans (15-16 ounces)chickpeasdrained and rinsed (about 3 cups chickpeas)
1tablespoon + 1 teaspoonpeanut oil, dividedcan also use olive or canola oil
1tablespoonminced garlicsee note #1
1tablespoonminced ginger
½cupcreamy peanut butter
1can (14 ounces)lite coconut milk
2tablespoonssoy saucepreferably reduced sodium
1tablespoonrice vinegar
1tablespoonsriracha
16ouncesfrozen broccolicooked according to package instructions (see note 2)
1teaspoonblack peppercorns
¼teaspoonsea salt
fresh ground black pepper to taste
2cupscooked white ricefor serving
fresh chopped cilantrofor serving
5lime wedgesfor serving
Instructions
Heat 1 teaspoon peanut oil in a medium sauce pan over medium heat. Once hot, add ginger and garlic. Saute until lightly browned and aromatic, about 1 minute.
Add the peanut butter, lite coconut milk, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sriracha. Whisk to combine.
Bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce to simmer over low, whisking occasionally to prevent sticking. Once thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon without sliding off, add the two cans of drained chickpeas. Stir to coat. Let simmer while you prepare the broccoli.
To make the broccoli, heat a large cast iron pan (or other large skillet) over medium-high heat. Once hot, add 1 tablespoon peanut oil. Add steamed broccoli and black peppercorns to the hot oil. Allow broccoli to cook for 2 minutes on each side, or until browned. Sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon salt and ample black pepper after cooking.
Assemble rice, chickpeas and broccoli in individual bowls. Top with a squeeze of lime juice, cilantro and black pepper to taste.
Notes
Ginger and garlic: You can use ½ teaspoon dry ginger or garlic powder in place of fresh. Just skip the sautéing step and add all ingredients to the pot at once.
Broccoli: I use frozen bags of broccoli florets because they are easy to keep on hand. You can the same amount of use steamed fresh broccoli if you prefer.
Leftovers: For best quality, enjoy leftovers within 3-4 days. Keep refrigerated in a closed container. You can reheat any leftovers in the microwave or reheat separate components on the stove.