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Japanese Zucchini Stir-Fry

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A quick and flavorful stir-fry using Japanese zucchini, perfect for impressing guests or making a weeknight meal special.

  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium Japanese zucchinis, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon mirin
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 12 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil (for drizzling)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat a non-stick skillet or wok over high heat until hot.
  2. Add the sliced zucchini to the pan, ensuring they are dry.
  3. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes, shaking the pan to avoid stirring too much.
  4. Add garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and mirin, giving a quick toss.
  5. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until zucchini is tender yet crispy.
  6. Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Always use shiny, unblemished zucchinis. Don’t overcrowd the pan and taste as you go. Feel free to add proteins like tofu or chicken for variation.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes
  • Category: Vegetable Side Dish
  • Method: Stir-Frying
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 35
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg