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Hibachi Zucchini

Savory Hibachi Zucchini in 20 Minutes or Less

This Hibachi Zucchini recipe showcases tender-crisp zucchini with garlic, ginger, and sesame seeds in under 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini Dish
  • 2 medium Zucchini can substitute with yellow squash or eggplant
  • 1 medium Onion any onion variety works well
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic minced; fresh garlic is always best
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger minced; fresh ginger recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil any neutral oil will do
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce use tamari for a gluten-free option
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil can substitute with more vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds optional if you have allergies
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

  • sauté pan or wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Hibachi Zucchini
  1. Begin by washing and slicing the zucchini into sticks, aiming for about half an inch square and two to three inches long.
  2. Preheat a sauté pan or wok over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes until it’s hot and ready.
  3. Once the oil is shimmering, add the sliced onions to the pan and cook for approximately 2 minutes until softened.
  4. Incorporate the minced garlic and ginger into the pan, stirring continuously for about 30 seconds.
  5. Add the zucchini sticks to the pan and sauté for around 4-5 minutes, stirring every minute.
  6. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, and then sprinkle with salt, pepper, and sesame seeds. Sauté for an additional minute.
  7. Your hibachi zucchini is now ready to shine on your dinner table!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with hibachi fried rice or your favorite grilled protein for a delicious meal.

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