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Hibachi Zucchini

Savory Hibachi Zucchini: Quick & Easy Low-Carb Delight

Enjoy this quick and easy Hibachi Zucchini, a low-carb delight bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauté
  • 3 medium Zucchini choose medium, firm zucchinis for perfect texture
  • 2-3 tablespoons Soy Sauce imparts umami depth
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 1 tablespoon Butter adds richness and helps with sear
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil brings toasty nuttiness
For Optional Sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar use if desired
For Garnish
  • 2 stalks Green Onions sliced
  • Sesame Seeds optional topping

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • knife
  • Cutting board
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and dry zucchini. Trim the ends and slice into thick half-moons, about ½ inch thick.
  2. Melt butter and sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant.
  3. Sear zucchini in a single layer without stirring for 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook another 2-3 minutes until golden.
  4. Add minced garlic and soy sauce, stir-fry for about 1 minute. Optionally sprinkle with sugar.
  5. Remove from heat, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Adjust soy sauce and sugar to taste; feel free to add other vegetables for variety.

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