Description
A vibrant, quick-to-prepare dish featuring stir-fried zucchini with soy sauce and garlic, perfect for busy weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
- Optional seasonings: Red pepper flakes, Sesame seeds for garnishing
Instructions
- Begin by washing and slicing your zucchini into half-moons, about 1/4 inch thick.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add a splash of sesame oil and toss in the minced garlic. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Quickly add the zucchini slices, and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes or until they are tender but still crisp.
- Pour in the soy sauce and continue cooking for another minute, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat on stovetop for best texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg