Japanese-Style Zucchini
Appetizers • Japanese
Description
Nothing complicated—just zucchini with a typical set of ingredients from Japanese cuisine: teriyaki sauce, chili pepper, soy sauce, and sesame seeds. In fact, they require almost no cooking; only 2 minutes of heat is needed. Very similar to smashed cucumbers, but with their own unique flair.
Ingredients
- Young zucchini 3 pieces
- Vegetable Oil 0 fl oz
- Onion 1 head
- Yakiniku sauce 0 fl oz
- Mild Chili Spice ½ pieces
- Ground Black Pepper to taste
- Soy Sauce 0 fl oz
- Sesame bun 2 spoons
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients.
Step 2
Chop the onion into cubes.
Step 3
Chop the chili pepper.
Step 4
Cut the zucchini into three pieces crosswise.
Step 5
Cut each piece into six sections. Remove the seeds.
Step 6
Heat vegetable oil over medium heat.
Step 7
Add the zucchini and onion and sauté for 2 minutes.
Step 8
Add teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, chili pepper, and ground black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes to soften the zucchini while keeping them crispy on the inside.
Step 9
Toast the sesame seeds over medium heat until golden brown.
Step 10
Before serving, sprinkle the zucchini with sesame seeds. These zucchini can be enjoyed hot or cold.
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