Sautéed Japanese Zucchini with onion in savory sauces makes a perfect side dish! Try this quick recipe today!
Author:Margaret
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:8 minutes
Total Time:13 minutes
Yield:Serves approximately four people 1x
Category:Side Dish
Method:Sautéing
Cuisine:Asian
Ingredients
Scale
3 medium zucchini
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium sweet onion (coarsely chopped)
2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
Cut zucchini into 2-inch long pieces, then cut each piece into 6 wedges.
Heat vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add zucchini and onion; sauté for about 2 minutes until they start to soften.
Stir in teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, crushed red pepper flakes, and black pepper; cook for an additional 4 to 5 minutes until zucchini reaches your preferred tenderness.
Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.