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Spicy Garlic Chinese Zucchini Recipe

Spicy Garlic Chinese Zucchini Recipe for a Flavorful Twist

This Spicy Garlic Chinese Zucchini recipe delivers a flavor explosion with delightful zoodles, perfect as a quick side or light main course.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Salting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Zoodles
  • 2 medium Zucchini Washed and trimmed
  • to taste Salt For salting the zoodles
For the Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 3 tablespoons Coconut Aminos Gluten-free soy sauce alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Tahini Or Peanut/Almond Butter
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Opt for a lighter variety if preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust per spice preference
  • to taste tablespoons Chili Oil Optional for extra heat
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Or Maple Syrup, optional for sweetness
For the Garnish
  • to taste Toasted Sesame Seeds For garnish
  • to taste Green Onions Sliced for garnish

Equipment

  • Spiralizer
  • mandoline
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Colander
  • skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash 2 medium zucchinis and trim off the ends. Slice into noodle shapes using a spiralizer or mandoline.
  2. Toss zoodles with a sprinkle of salt and place in a colander over a bowl. Let sit for about 30 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine 3 minced garlic cloves, 3 tablespoons coconut aminos, 2 tablespoons tahini, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, and 1 teaspoon chili powder. Whisk until smooth.
  4. After 30 minutes, gently squeeze zoodles to remove moisture. Transfer them to a mixing bowl and toss with the prepared sauce.
  5. Arrange zoodles on a serving plate and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. The flavors will deepen, improving taste over time.

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