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!
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Recipe Information
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)
Instructions
Wash and trim the ends off the zucchinis. Slice them into thin, even half-moons.
Peel and finely chop the garlic. Peel and julienne the ginger. Chop the scallions into 1-inch pieces, separating the white and green parts.
In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, cornstarch, and water to form a sauce. Stir well and set aside.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan.
Once the oil is hot, add the garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
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.
Add the white parts of the scallions and stir for another 30 seconds.
Pour the prepared sauce over the zucchini and stir to coat evenly. Let the sauce thicken slightly, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the green parts of the scallions and stir in the white pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Transfer to a serving plate, garnish with sesame seeds if desired, and serve immediately. Pair with steamed rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
589 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.1 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 23.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5326 mg | 232% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.2 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.5 g | ||
| Protein | 9.0 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1161 mg | 25% | |
*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.
