Stir Fried Zucchini with Hoisin Sauce

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this quick and flavorful Stir Fried Zucchini with Hoisin Sauce, a savory-sweet dish that perfectly balances textures and bold Asian-inspired flavors. Tender zucchini slices are stir-fried to golden perfection and tossed in a luscious blend of hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and fragrant sesame oil. The addition of garlic, ginger, and a hint of red chili flakes infuses a depth of flavor and a subtle kick, while sesame seeds and green onions add a fresh, crisp finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect as a vibrant side dish or served over steamed rice for a light, satisfying main course. Perfect for fans of quick stir-fries, zucchini recipes, and Asian-inspired cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium zucchini
• 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 2 stalks green onions
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the zucchinis thoroughly and trim the ends. Slice them into thin rounds, about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 2

Peel and mince the garlic. Grate or finely mince the ginger. Slice the green onions into thin rounds, separating the white and green parts.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil. 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

Add the minced garlic, ginger, and red chili flakes to the hot oil. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.

Step 6

Increase the heat to high and add the zucchini slices to the pan. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the zucchini starts to soften and develop golden edges.

Step 7

Pour the hoisin sauce mixture over the zucchini and toss to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and coats the zucchini.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the white parts of the green onions.

Step 9

Transfer the stir-fried zucchini to a serving dish. Garnish with the green parts of the green onions and sesame seeds.

Step 10

Serve hot as a side dish or over rice for a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(741.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	724.1

Total Fat 46.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.1g
Cholesterol 1.4mg	0%
Sodium 8133.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g	0%
Total Sugars 54.9g
Protein 10.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 151.2mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 1539.6mg	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: 55.7%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 38.5%