Green Bean and Chickpea Stir Fry

Green Bean and Chickpea Stir Fry

Discover the joy of a healthy, yet scrumptious meal with this Green Bean and Chickpea Stir Fry. This vibrant dish combines the crunch of fresh green beans with the hearty texture of protein-packed chickpeas, all beautifully melded in a flavorful sauce. With a hint of sweetness from the honey and a kick of spice from the red pepper flakes, this stir fry provides a brilliant symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • Toasted sesame seeds (1 tablespoon)
  • Green onions (2, sliced)
  • Cooking oil (2 tablespoons)
  • Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Red pepper flakes (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Honey (1 tablespoon)
  • Sesame oil (1 tablespoon)
  • Soy sauce (3 tablespoons)
  • Ginger (1 tablespoon, grated)
  • Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
  • Chickpeas (1 can (15 ounces), drained and rinsed)
  • Green beans (2 cups, trimmed)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, red pepper flakes, and salt. This will form your stir fry sauce. Set this aside for later use.
  2. Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the green beans to the heated oil and stir fry for about 5-6 minutes, until they are crisp yet tender.
  4. Add the chickpeas to the skillet and continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce over the green beans and chickpeas, ensuring to stir well to evenly coat the ingredients.
  6. Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes, during which the sauce will thicken slightly.
  7. Remove the skillet from heat and garnish your stir fry with the sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
  8. Serve hot as a main course or as a side dish. Enjoy!

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 10 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 220 • Fat: 8g • Carbs: 30g • Protein: 7g • Sodium: 500mg • Sugar: 6g