Teriyaki Greens & Beans

Teriyaki Greens & Beans

I've heard many times that all you need for a great plant-based meal is a grain, a green and a bean. Not only is this catchy, it's also true. And this recipe is a perfect example. I typically use tamari rather than soy sauce but either one works in this recipe. Tamari is thicker, less salty and has a richer flavor. You can find it in the Asian section at the grocery or at on Oriental Market.
Servings: 2

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups fresh or frozen broccoli chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup tamari or soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 Tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger grated (or 1/2 tsp dried ground ginger)
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch

Method
 

  1. To make sauce, combine tamari, water, maple syrup, ginger, black pepper, garlic and cornstarch. Whisk together until smooth.
  2. Place broccoli in a large skillet or wok with 2 T water. Cook over medium-high heat for 3 minutes, until cooked but not mushy. Add small amounts of water, as needed to prevent sticking.
  3. Add chickpeas and stir.
  4. Add sauce and continue cooking, stirring continuously for 2-3 minutes. Sauce will thicken slightly.
  5. To serve, pour broccoli, chickpea and sauce mixture over cooked brown rice.

Notes

Brown rice can be replaced with any other cooked grain. We recommend cooking a big batch of grains and keeping them in your refrigerator to use throughout the week.

 



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