Description
Enjoy a flavorful and simple hibachi-style zucchini dish that’s quick to prepare and bursting with Asian-inspired tastes. This recipe combines tender zucchini with aromatic ginger, garlic, and savory soy sauce for a delightful side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini:
- 2 large zucchini (green or yellow, unpeeled)
Seasonings:
- 1 tbsp oil
- 2 tbsp butter (or more oil for a vegan version)
- 1 tsp minced ginger
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 cup sliced onions
- 2 tsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Garnish:
- Chopped scallion greens & toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Rinse and prep zucchini: Rinse zucchini, trim ends, and cut into 2-inch batons.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat oil and butter in a wok, add ginger and garlic, sauté briefly.
- Cook veggies: Add zucchini and onions, sauté, then season with soy sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Cook until charred: Cook uncovered until zucchini chars slightly and moisture evaporates.
- Finish and serve: Garnish with scallions and sesame seeds, serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Adjust salt and soy sauce to taste.
- Ensure not to overcook the zucchini for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Hibachi Zucchini, Zucchini Recipe, Asian Zucchini Stir Fry
