Stir Fried Zucchini Shanghai Style

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and flavorful Stir-Fried Zucchini Shanghai Style, a quick and easy dish that's bursting with bold, Asian-inspired flavors. Featuring crisp-tender zucchini stir-fried with aromatic garlic and ginger, and coated in a savory soy and oyster sauce glaze, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality taste in under 20 minutes. A touch of sesame oil and white pepper adds depth, while scallion garnishes and optional sesame seeds provide the perfect finishing touch. Serve this delicious zucchini stir-fry over steamed rice for a simple yet satisfying meal that’s as nutritious as it is irresistible. Perfect for those seeking a light, vegetarian-friendly option with an authentic Shanghai twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:18 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchini
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 inch ginger
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 stalks scallions
• 0.25 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the ends off the zucchinis. Slice them into thin, even half-moons.

Step 2

Peel and finely chop the garlic. Peel and julienne the ginger. Chop the scallions into 1-inch pieces, separating the white and green parts.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, cornstarch, and water to form a sauce. Stir well and set aside.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan.

Step 5

Once the oil is hot, add the garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.

Step 6

Increase the heat to high and add the zucchini slices. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the zucchini softens slightly but remains crisp-tender.

Step 7

Add the white parts of the scallions and stir for another 30 seconds.

Step 8

Pour the prepared sauce over the zucchini and stir to coat evenly. Let the sauce thicken slightly, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 9

Add the green parts of the scallions and stir in the white pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Transfer to a serving plate, garnish with sesame seeds if desired, and serve immediately. Pair with steamed rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(572.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	589.1

Total Fat 43.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5326.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g	0%
Total Sugars 32.5g
Protein 9.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 145.8mg	0%
Iron 2.9mg	0%
Potassium 1161.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.3%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 30.8%