Step 1

Mix all the sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside. You can also add them directly to the pan at step 5.

Step 2

Heat oil over medium high heat in a large skillet. Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes or until translucent.

Step 3

Add the peppers and mix in. Cover and cook for 2 minutes.

Step 4

Add the broccoli and mix in. Cover and cook for 1 minute.

Step 5

Add the chickpeas, sauce ingredients, a generous dash of salt, black pepper and cayenne. Reduce heat to medium. Cover and cook for 10 minutes.

Step 6

Taste the sauce carefully and adjust to preference. Add more sour, sugar or salt.

Step 7

Mix cornstarch in room temperature water and add the mixture to the pan. Mix in. Cover and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 8

Garnish with sesame seeds, red pepper flakes and scallions and serve with cooked rice or grains of choice.