Vegan Sesame Chickpeas

Ingredients:

Directions:

1. Cook the rice according to package instructions.
2. Cook the broccoli according to package instructions. Frozen broccoli in the microwave bag works well.
3. Drain and rinse the chickpeas. Mince the garlic.
4. Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant.
5. Add the tamari, sesame oil, maple syrup, rice vinegar, ground ginger, red pepper flakes, and 2 Tbsp vegetable broth. Whisk to combine.
6. In a small bowl, combine the arrowroot powder with 2 Tbsp vegetable broth. Add to the saucepan and whisk to combine.
7. Once a slow boil starts, add the chickpeas, and stir to coat.
8. Reduce the heat to low and heat for about 5 minutes to allow the mixture to thicken and the chickpeas to absorb some of the flavor.
9. Serve warm on a bed of rice with a side of steamed broccoli. Garnish with sesame seeds. Enjoy!