Description
Sizzling “zucchini stir fry” brings Chinese-inspired flavors to weeknight dinner tables with quick, fresh ingredients. Crisp zucchini slices dance with garlic and sesame, creating a light, satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables:
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) sesame oil (or vegetable oil)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped onion or green onion
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Warm the sesame oil in a spacious skillet or wok, allowing it to shimmer and release its aromatic essence over medium-high temperature.
- Introduce minced garlic, freshly grated ginger, and diced onions into the heated oil, gently sautéing until the kitchen fills with a fragrant, spicy aroma.
- Carefully slide sliced zucchini into the pan, stirring continuously to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.
- Continue cooking the zucchini, watching it transform from raw to tender-crisp, maintaining its vibrant green color and delicate texture.
- Drizzle soy sauce and rice vinegar over the vegetables, sprinkling red pepper flakes for a subtle kick of heat.
- Toss the ingredients thoroughly, allowing the liquid to dance and coat each piece of zucchini with a glossy, savory glaze.
- Adjust seasoning with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper, enhancing the natural flavors of the vegetables.
- Let the mixture sizzle for a few moments, allowing the edges to caramelize slightly and develop a rich, golden-brown hue.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the top for a nutty crunch and visual appeal.
- Transfer immediately to a serving dish, celebrating the vibrant, fresh flavors of this quick and delightful stir-fry.
Notes
- Choose firm, fresh zucchini with smooth, unblemished skin to ensure crisp texture and optimal flavor in your stir fry.
- Slice zucchini uniformly to guarantee even cooking and prevent some pieces from becoming mushy while others remain undercooked.
- Adjust cooking time based on zucchini thickness, watching carefully to maintain a perfectly tender-crisp texture without turning vegetables soggy.
- Transform this recipe into a protein-packed meal by adding tofu, chicken, or shrimp during the sautéing stage for a more substantial dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg