Introduction
Summer zucchini is a versatile vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. One of my favorite ways to cook it is in a stir-fry. This dish is quick, easy, and packed with flavor. It’s also a great way to use up any extra zucchini you may have in your garden.
Ingredients:
- 2 large zucchini, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the vegetables: Slice the zucchini, bell pepper, and onion into thin strips. Mince the garlic and ginger.
- Heat the oil: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat.
- Add the vegetables: Add the zucchini, bell pepper, onion, garlic, and ginger to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Add the sauce: Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce is heated through.
- Season to taste: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Serve immediately over rice or noodles.
Tips:
- For a spicier dish, add more red pepper flakes.
- To make this dish vegetarian, use vegetable broth instead of soy sauce.
- You can add other vegetables to this stir-fry, such as broccoli, carrots, or mushrooms.
- Serve this dish with a side of steamed rice or noodles.
Nutritional Information:
This recipe serves 4 servings. Each serving contains approximately:
- Calories: 150
- Protein: 3 grams
- Fat: 10 grams
- Carbohydrates: 15 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
Conclusion:
Summer zucchini stir-fry is a delicious and healthy meal that can be made in just a few minutes. It’s a great way to use up extra zucchini and get your daily dose of vegetables.