Hibachi Zucchini
Bring the vibrant flavors of a Japanese steakhouse right to your kitchen with this quick and easy Hibachi Zucchini. This delightful side dish showcases tender-crisp zucchini sautéed with aromatic garlic, ginger, and a hint of sesame oil. In just 15 minutes, you’ll have a colorful, nutritious addition to any meal—perfect for family dinners or special gatherings. Serve it alongside grilled chicken, fried rice, or even as a topping for tacos to elevate your dining experience. With minimal cleanup required and endless possibilities for customization, you’ll find yourself making this flavorful dish time and again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Japanese
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 & black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice zucchinis into sticks approximately half an inch square and 2-3 inches long. Cut the onion into quarters and slice into half-inch pieces.
- Preheat a sauté pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil once hot.
- Cook the sliced onion in the pan for about 2 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add zucchini sticks and sauté for about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until they brown slightly.
- Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil; season with salt, black pepper, and sprinkle sesame seeds. Sauté for another minute until well-coated.
- Serve alongside your favorite protein or as part of a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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