Description
Crisp-tender zucchini seared until golden and coated in a glossy, garlicky soy glaze. This quick hibachi-style side dish comes together in under 15 minutes and adds restaurant-level flavor to any meal.
Ingredients
2 medium zucchini, sliced into thick half-moons
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
2 tablespoons chopped scallions
Instructions
1. Slice zucchini into thick half-moons and set aside.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, cornstarch, and water to make the glaze.
3. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering.
4. Add zucchini in a single layer and sear without moving for 1-2 minutes.
5. Toss and continue cooking until lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes total.
6. Pour in the glaze and stir constantly as it bubbles and thickens, about 30-60 seconds.
7. Remove from heat once zucchini is crisp-tender and coated in sauce.
8. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped scallions before serving.
Notes
Don’t overcrowd the pan—zucchini needs space to sear, not steam.
Mix the glaze ahead of time for a faster weeknight side.
Reheat leftovers quickly in a hot pan to revive texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: hibachi zucchini, stir fry zucchini, quick vegetable side