Japanese Zucchini
Japanese Zucchini is a vibrant and flavorful side dish that brings the essence of Asian cuisine to your dinner table. This quick and easy recipe features tender zucchini sautéed with sweet onions in a delicious blend of soy and teriyaki sauces, finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added crunch. Perfectly versatile, this dish complements grilled chicken, seafood, or can be enjoyed as part of an Asian-inspired feast. With its umami-rich flavor and healthy ingredients, it’s ideal for both casual family dinners and festive gatherings alike.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 14 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium sweet onion, coarsely chopped
- 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cut the zucchini into 2-inch pieces and then into wedges.
- Heat vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add zucchini and onion; sauté for about 2 minutes until they start to soften.
- Stir in teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Cook for another 4-5 minutes until desired tenderness is reached.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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