Description
This Maple Ginger Beet Stir Fry is a vibrant and easy-to-make dinner packed with nutrient-rich vegetables and flavorful ingredients. Combining sweet earthy beets, aromatic ginger and garlic, and a hint of maple syrup with tamari sauce, this dish offers a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy notes. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a wholesome plant-based meal that can be served over rice or your favorite grain, making for a delicious and colorful weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1/2 small red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 medium carrot, sliced into coins
- 3 Love Beets cubed (about 1 cup)
Legumes
- 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained (about 15 oz)
Oils and Liquids
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp water
- 1 1/2 tbsp tamari or soy sauce
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
Flavorings and Spices
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, minced
- 1/4 tsp Five Spice powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat a pan over medium heat and add the diced red onion and sliced mushrooms. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onions become softened and translucent.
- Add and Steam Vegetables: Add the broccoli florets and sliced carrots to the pan. Stir them with the onions and mushrooms for about 1 minute. Pour in 3 tablespoons of water and cover the pan with a lid to steam the vegetables for 3-4 minutes, until they turn bright green and are tender-crisp.
- Add Garlic and Ginger: Remove the lid, drizzle in the olive oil, and then add the minced garlic and ginger. Stir well and cook for about 1 minute until the mixture becomes fragrant and aromatic.
- Incorporate Chickpeas and Beets: Add the rinsed chickpeas and cubed beets to the pan. Sauté everything together, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes until the chickpeas and beets are warmed through.
- Season and Coat: Stir in the tamari or soy sauce, maple syrup, and Five Spice powder. Continue to sauté for another 2-3 minutes until the liquids reduce and the vegetables and chickpeas are well coated with the flavorful sauce.
- Final Adjustments and Serve: Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed. Serve the stir fry warm over rice or your preferred grain for a wholesome and satisfying meal.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add a pinch of chili flakes along with the Five Spice.
- Use fresh beets or pre-cooked cubed beets as per availability.
- Feel free to swap vegetables based on seasonality or preference.
- Serve over quinoa or cauliflower rice for a low-carb alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Keywords: Maple Ginger Beet Stir Fry, vegan stir fry, easy dinner, quick vegetable stir fry, healthy vegan recipe, chickpea stir fry, maple syrup recipe, ginger garlic stir fry
