Description
Bring the essence of Japanese steakhouse dining into your home with this delightful Hibachi Zucchini. This quick and easy recipe transforms simple zucchini into a flavor-packed dish, seasoned with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. In just 15 minutes, you can create a vibrant side that complements grilled chicken or beef beautifully or serves as a delicious vegetarian option. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, Hibachi Zucchini is sure to impress family and friends alike with its colorful presentation and savory taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 medium onion
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the zucchinis into sticks approximately half an inch square and 2-3 inches long. Cut the onion into quarters and then slice into half-inch pieces.
- Preheat a sauté pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil until it shimmers.
- Add onion to the pan and cook for about 2 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another 30 seconds to release their aroma.
- Add zucchini sticks and sauté for about 4-5 minutes until they are tender-crisp and slightly browned.
- Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil; sprinkle with salt, pepper, and sesame seeds. Sauté for an additional minute before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg