{"id":"12d338c8-4e85-4fee-a539-542a59c79fe2","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/12d338c8-4e85-4fee-a539-542a59c79fe2","source_url":"https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a35645824/best-general-tsos-chickpeas-recipe/","title":"General Tso's Chickpeas","description":"You know the OG dish featuring chicken, but how about a veggie-forward one that features chickpeas? We've got you covered with this super savory stir-fry.","servings":2,"servings_text":"2 serving(s)","prep_time":"PT20M","cook_time":"PT0S","total_time":"PT50M","ingredients":[{"text":"1 (15-oz.) can chickpeas, drained","item":"(15-oz.) can chickpeas","quantity":1,"preparation":"drained"},{"text":"1 tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce","item":"reduced-sodium soy sauce","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tbsp. rice wine vinegar","item":"rice wine vinegar","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tbsp. Sriracha","item":"Sriracha","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"2 tbsp. cornstarch","item":"cornstarch","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"2 garlic cloves, finely grated","item":"garlic cloves, finely grated","quantity":2},{"text":"1/3 c. low-sodium vegetable broth","item":"low-sodium vegetable broth","quantity":0.3333333333333333,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"3 tbsp. rice wine vinegar","item":"rice wine vinegar","quantity":3,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"2 tbsp. packed light brown sugar","item":"packed light brown sugar","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tbsp. finely grated peeled ginger","item":"finely grated peeled ginger","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tbsp. hoisin sauce","item":"hoisin sauce","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tbsp. toasted sesame oil","item":"toasted sesame oil","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1/4 c. peanut or neutral oil","item":"peanut or neutral oil","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 long red chile, ribs and seeds removed, thinly sliced lengthwise (optional)","item":"long red chile, ribs and seeds removed, thinly sliced lengthwise","quantity":1,"preparation":"optional"},{"text":"2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced","item":"garlic cloves","quantity":2,"preparation":"thinly sliced"},{"text":"1 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes","item":"crushed red pepper flakes","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"Toasted sesame seeds, thinly sliced scallions, and cooked white rice, for serving","item":"Toasted sesame seeds, thinly sliced scallions, and cooked white rice, for serving"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"In a medium bowl, toss chickpeas, soy sauce, vinegar, and sriracha. Let sit 10 minutes, then drain and reserve liquid. Add cornstarch to chickpeas and toss to coat.","section":"Chickpeas"},{"number":2,"text":"Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk garlic, broth, vinegar, brown sugar, ginger, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil; set aside until ready to use.","section":"Sauce"},{"number":3,"text":"In a large skillet over medium heat, heat peanut oil. Fry chickpeas, stirring occasionally, until golden and crispy, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer chickpeas to a plate; reserve oil in skillet.","section":"Stir-Fry"},{"number":4,"text":"Return skillet to medium heat. Cook red chile (if using), garlic, and red pepper flakes, stirring occasionally, until chile is lightly toasted, about 1 minute.","section":"Stir-Fry"},{"number":5,"text":"Slowly add sauce to skillet and stir until slightly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Return chickpeas to skillet and stir until coated in sauce. Remove from heat.","section":"Stir-Fry"},{"number":6,"text":"Divide rice among bowls. Spoon chickpea mixture over. Top with sesame seeds and scallions.","section":"Stir-Fry"}],"date_published":"2026-10-30T20:00:27.779554+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-30T20:00:27.779554+00:00"}