KUNG PAO CHICKPEAS

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Kung Pao Chickpeas | Yup, it's Vegan

I don’t advise you trying to be all cool and show off to your husband by saying, “I’ll try one, I’m not scared” and eating a slice…. you might end up sipping on milk and feeling like your mouth is literally burning for the next 30 minutes.  Don’t ask how I know this… don’t ask 😉

KUNG PAO CHICKPEAS

INGREDIENTS
Marinade:

  • 2 Tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp rice wine vinegar
  • 1 lime zested and juiced
  • 1 Tbsp agave or honey
  • 1 Tbsp coconut oil melted (or vegetable oil)
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 ounce can chickpeas drained and rinsed well, 14.5

Stir-Fry:

  1. 2 Tbsp coconut oil or vegetable
  2. 3 cloves garlic minced
  3. 1 inch section of fresh ginger grated, 1
  4. 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper
  5. 1/2 cup peanuts
  6. 1 cup bottled kung pao sauce

Garnish:

  • Green onions thinly sliced
  • Thai chili peppers sliced
  • Peanuts
  • Cilantro
  • Red cabbage
  • Sesame seeds

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Combine all the ingredients for the marinade in a bowl. Add the chickpeas to the marinade, and stir. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet or wok over medium heat, add the coconut oil, the marinated chickpeas and the remaining stir fry ingredients.
  3. Sauté for about 6 to 10 minutes, until the chickpeas have caramelized to your liking.
  4. Serve over rice and garnish as desired.


thechunkychef.com
Your favorite takeout Kung Pao dish, gone vegan!! Hearty, satisfying, and deliciously spicy... you'll be amazed at the fantastic flavor of this dish!