Stir-Fried Zucchini With Hoisin Sauce Recipe

Name: Stir-Fried Zucchini With Hoisin Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini (approx 1 lb.); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 2 teaspoons hoisin sauce; 2 teaspoons dry sherry; 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 tablespoon canola oil (or peanut oil); 1 teaspoon garlic, minced (1 clove); 1 teaspoon chili flakes; 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

Servings: persons

2 medium zucchini (approx 1 lb.)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons hoisin sauce
2 teaspoons dry sherry
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon canola oil (or peanut oil)
1 teaspoon garlic, minced (1 clove)
1 teaspoon chili flakes
1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

1
Quarter zucchini lengthwise.
2
Slice off the soft seed core; it's ok if some seeds remain.
3
Arrange the zucchini, cut side up, on paper towels.
4
Sprinkle with salt, set aside for 10 mins.
5
Blot the zucchini quarters dry with paper towels.
6
Cut quarters into 2 inch lengths.
7
Mix soy sauce, hoisin, sherry and sesame oil in a small bowl.
8
Heat a wok or large skillet over med-high heat for 1 min.
9
Pour in canola/peanut oil; when oil starts to shimmer and ripple (very hot), add zucchini.
10
Saute until zucchini browns and softens slightly (don't overcook- it might turn mushy), about 4 mins.
11
Add garlic and chilli flakes, saute for about 15 sec.
12
Add the sauce mixture, stir and cook just long enough for liquid to reduce and coat the zucchini (about 20 sec).
13
Remove from wok, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and serve immediately.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium zucchini (approx 1 lb.), 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 2 teaspoons hoisin sauce, and more.

Yes, Stir-Fried Zucchini With Hoisin Sauce falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Stir-Fried Zucchini With Hoisin Sauce

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