Description
The Best Easy Chinese Zucchini Recipe brings the vibrant flavors of a classic stir-fry right to your table. This dish features tender zucchini sautéed with aromatic garlic and a splash of soy sauce, creating a delightful balance of textures and tastes. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy weeknight dinners, it’s quick to prepare and sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into rounds
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Wash and slice zucchinis into thin rounds.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in the sliced zucchini and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until tender yet crisp.
- Pour in soy sauce and sprinkle with red pepper flakes; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg