Description
Looking for a quick and flavorful side dish that steals the show? This Hibachi Zucchini delivers a sizzling stir-fry experience with just a handful of pantry ingredients. With its seared edges, glossy soy glaze, and crunchy sesame topping, it’s perfect for those hunting for easy dinner ideas, healthy snacks, or fun food ideas inspired by Japanese steakhouses. It fits right into your rotation of quick breakfasts, lunch sides, or easy recipes for weeknights.
Ingredients
2 medium zucchinis, sliced into thick half-moons
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped green onions
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
1. Wash and slice the zucchinis into thick half-moons.
2. Heat a non-stick or cast-iron pan over medium-high and add vegetable oil.
3. Place zucchini slices in a single layer and sear for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
4. Push zucchini to one side and sauté garlic in sesame oil briefly.
5. Add soy sauce and sugar, toss everything together to coat well.
6. Let the sauce slightly reduce and glaze the zucchini.
7. Remove from heat and sprinkle green onions, sesame seeds, and red pepper flakes.
8. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
Use high heat to get a good sear and avoid soggy zucchini.
Always add sesame oil at the end to preserve its nutty aroma.
Top with fresh garnishes after cooking to keep flavors bright.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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