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Amazing General Tso’s Chickpeas in 25 Minutes

General Tso’s Chickpeas
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Make delicious General Tso’s Chickpeas, a fantastic vegan take on your favorite Chinese takeout. Sasha brings the bold flavors in this easy recipe.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or more, Sasha style!)
  • 1/4 cup water or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for slurry)
  • Cooked rice, for serving
  • Green onions, sliced, for garnish
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Toss the rinsed and drained chickpeas with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch until coated.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the coated chickpeas to the skillet and cook until golden brown and slightly crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chickpeas and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Stir in the water or broth. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry.
  7. Whisk the slurry into the simmering sauce until it thickens, about 1 minute.
  8. Return the crispy chickpeas to the skillet. Toss gently to coat them completely in the General Tso’s sauce.
  9. Serve immediately over cooked rice. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Sasha suggests adding a splash of lime juice at the end for extra brightness.
  • If you like it spicier, follow Sasha’s lead and add more chili flakes!
  • For extra crispiness, you can bake the coated chickpeas at 400°F for 15 minutes before adding them to the sauce.

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Find it online: https://savorsensations.com/general-tsos-chickpeas-vegan-chinese/