Description
Zucchini Hibachi Style is a quick and delicious side dish that brings the flavors of Japanese cuisine to your dinner table. In just 25 minutes, you can prepare sautéed zucchini and onions infused with garlic and soy sauce, creating a vibrant, savory experience. This colorful dish is not only healthy but highly versatile, pairing beautifully with grilled meats, stir-fries, or enjoyed on its own as a light meal. Ideal for busy weeknights, Zucchini Hibachi Style features fresh ingredients that are both nutritious and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 large onion
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (canola or sesame)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and slice the zucchinis into sticks about 2-3 inches long and ½ inch thick. Peel and thinly slice the onion into half-moon shapes.
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil until shimmering.
- Sauté the onions for 2-3 minutes until translucent, then add the zucchini sticks.
- Sprinkle minced garlic over the vegetables. Add soy sauce and cook while stirring for another 5-7 minutes until tender yet crisp.
- Stir in butter until melted and well-coated with the vegetables. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adding sesame seeds if desired.
- Serve immediately alongside your favorite main course.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg