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Gochujang Braised Chickpeas Recipe

Gochujang Braised Chickpeas Recipe
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Gochujang Braised Chickpeas is a flavorful and spicy vegan dish featuring tender chickpeas simmered in a savory-sweet sauce made with gochujang, soy sauce, garlic, and honey. This easy skillet recipe offers a perfect balance of spicy, salty, and slightly sweet flavors, ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

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Sauce Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup Gochujang
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 6 cloves garlic (minced finely or grated)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 3 tbsp honey (or maple syrup to make it vegan)

Cooking Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion (diced)
  • 2 cups chickpeas (drained and rinsed)

Instructions

  1. Mix Sauce: In a bowl, combine the gochujang, soy sauce, garlic, honey (or maple syrup), and water. Stir well and set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
  2. Sauté Onions: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the diced onions and sauté for about 3 minutes until they begin to soften and become translucent.
  3. Add Chickpeas: Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas to the skillet with the onions. Stir them together to combine evenly.
  4. Combine and Simmer: Pour the prepared sauce over the chickpeas and onions. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let everything cook together for up to 10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Cook longer if you prefer softer chickpeas, or less if you want them with more bite.
  5. Serve or Store: Once the chickpeas have absorbed the sauce and reached your desired tenderness, remove from heat. Serve immediately or transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Notes

  • Use maple syrup instead of honey to keep the dish vegan.
  • If you prefer softer chickpeas, cook for an additional 5-10 minutes on low heat.
  • This dish pairs well with steamed rice or as a topping for salads and grain bowls.
  • Adjust the amount of gochujang to control the spice level.
  • For extra flavor, garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds before serving.

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Keywords: gochujang, chickpeas, braised chickpeas, Korean recipe, vegan, easy dinner, spicy chickpeas, plant-based protein

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