Description
A quick and delicious hibachi-style zucchini dish that’s fresh and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Zucchini (Fresh zucchini adds texture and nutrition.)
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil (Can substitute with sesame oil for added flavor.)
- 1 tablespoon Butter (For richness; can be replaced with oil for a vegan option.)
- 1 tablespoon Minced Ginger (Fresh ginger elevates the flavor.)
- 2 cloves Minced Garlic (Adds rich, aromatic punch.)
- 1 medium Sliced Onions (Any onion variety works.)
- 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce (Can use tamari for gluten-free option.)
- to taste Salt and Black Pepper (Simple seasonings to enhance flavor.)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Scallion Greens (For freshness and color.)
- 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds (For a crunchy and nutty touch.)
Instructions
- Start by heating vegetable oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced onions to the skillet and sauté for about 2 minutes until softened.
- Incorporate minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Gently introduce zucchini sticks in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 1-2 minutes.
- Stir zucchini and onions and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp and lightly charred.
- Drizzle in soy sauce and sesame oil, tossing everything together quickly. Cook for 1 minute.
- Plate your Hibachi Zucchini, garnishing with scallion greens and sesame seeds.
Notes
- This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or as a side for grilled meats.
- Feel free to customize with other vegetables or adjust the seasoning to your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg