Description
A quick and flavorful Japanese zucchini stir-fry featuring tender-crisp zucchini cooked with aromatic garlic, savory soy sauce, and nutty sesame oil. Perfect as a side dish or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Japanese zucchini (400g)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 3 stalks scallions, sliced
Instructions
- Prep ingredients: Wash and slice zucchinis into half-moons about half an inch thick for even cooking
- Heat oil: Heat sesame oil in large skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking
- Cook garlic: Add minced garlic and sauté for one minute until fragrant and golden
- Stir-fry zucchini: Toss in sliced zucchini and stir-fry for five minutes until tender yet slightly crunchy
- Add seasoning: Pour in soy sauce, stirring well, and cook for two more minutes until glossy
- Finish and serve: Remove from heat, garnish with scallions, serve immediately while hot
Notes
- Cut zucchini uniformly to ensure even cooking and professional presentation throughout the dish
- Don’t overcrowd the pan as this creates steam instead of proper stir-frying action
- Toast sesame oil briefly before adding garlic to enhance its nutty flavor profile
- Taste and adjust soy sauce gradually as different brands vary in saltiness levels
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 95 calories
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Japanese zucchini stir-fry, Asian vegetables, quick stir-fry, healthy side dish, sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic zucchini