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Zucchini Stir Fry

Aug 29, 2022. by Bhavana Patil. 4 Comments | This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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Quick and easy Asian-style zucchini vegetable stir fry recipe cooked in under 15 minutes. Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, and low-carb side dish that can be served on noodles, rice, or cauliflower rice.

zucchini stir fry served on a skillet garnished with green onions and toasted sesame seeds

I love Zucchini, and it is one of my favorite summer vegetables. This Vegetarian Zucchini Onion stir-fry has the aromatic flavor of sautéed onion, garlic, and sauces that raise the dish's umami flavor.

I also love to add baked or stir-fried tofu for protein. This dish is ready within 15 minutes and enjoyed with rice or cauliflower rice as a side dish.

I hope you give this easy zucchini stir fry recipe a try this Summer. Do not forget to comment back if you enjoyed the dish. Also, check out my Indian-style Zucchini Stir fry.

If you are on a Keto or Low Carb Diet. Check out Keto Indian Food Recipes Collection.

How to Cut Zucchini for Stir Fry

  • Trim off the ends of the zucchini. Do not peel the zucchini as they are thin.
  • Cut each zucchini lengthwise and then into ¼ inch thick half moon slices. Since the zucchini vegetable has high water content, cutting it into thin slices will make them cook faster and not turn them soggy.

Zucchini Stir Fry Ingredients

  • Zucchini: I have used fresh and firm zucchini, cut into half-moon slices.
  • Onion: I used yellow onions and sliced them lengthwise.
  • Ginger and Garlic: Garlic adds a great flavor to the dish, so don't skip it.
  • Sauces: I have used soy sauce and vinegar. Use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free options. Feel free to add the hot sauce of your choice to make it spicy.
  • Sesame Oil – To get the best and most authentic Asian flavor, use toasted sesame oil.
  • Olive oil: Use extra virgin oil for the best flavor. You can also skip it if you are on a diet.
  • Sugar: is added to balance the taste. It's optional. You may also use maple syrup or honey.
  • Red chili flakes, Salt, and black pepper: Are added for seasoning. You can also substitute red chili flakes with Thai red chilies.

If you want to prepare saucy stir-fried zucchini, then mix one tablespoon of cornstarch with ¼ cup of water in a small bowl and add along with the sauces and cook until the sauce thickens (about 2 minutes).

How to Make Zucchini Stir Fry

Trim off the ends of the zucchini. Cut in half lengthwise, and then cut into half-moon slices.

Heat oil in a skillet or wok. Add onion slices, minced ginger, garlic, and saute for a minute.

Then, add soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, salt, ground pepper, red chili flakes and continue to saute for 30 seconds until fragrant.

step to saute onions and garlic collage

Add zucchini slices and continue to cook until zucchini is tender but still crunchy (about 3 minutes).

Next, add toasted sesame oil and toss for a few seconds. Turn off the gas.

step to stir fry zucchini collage

Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and green onions and serve hot with steamed rice.

asian style zucchini stir fry served garnished with sesame seeds with spring onions on the side

Serving Suggestions

Serve Stir-fried zucchini over steamed rice, quinoa. If you are on a low-carb or keto diet, serve it with cauliflower rice. Then, pair it with baked or stir-fried tofu to make a complete meal.

You can also serve it with garlic noodles or fill in your wraps.

Variations

  • You can add other vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, eggplant, mushrooms, carrots, and edamame in the same sauce.
  • Leftovers can be stored for up to 2-3 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. However, I do not recommend freezing as the zucchini gets soggy after thawing.
  • Make Ahead. You can chop the zucchini, onion, ginger, and garlic 1 day in advance and store them separately in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.

More Zucchini Recipes

  • Zucchini Pasta with Avocado Sauce
  • Chocolate Zucchini Bread
  • Cream of Zucchini Soup
  • Zucchini Dal
  • Carrot Zucchini Paratha
  • Zucchini Besan Sabji
  • Zucchini Pakoda
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Asian Style Zucchini Stir Fry

Bhavana Patil
Quick and easy Asian-style zucchini stir fry cooked in under 15 minutes. Vegan, Gluten-free, and low carb side dish that can be served on noodles, rice, or cauliflower rice.
5 from 4 votes
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Servings: 4
Calories : 157
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Diet: Gluten-Free, Low Carb, Vegan
Method: Stovetop
Prep Time : 5 minutes
Cook Time : 10 minutes
Total Time : 15 minutes

Ingredients
  

Measuring cup used 1 cup = 250 ml

  • 2 medium zucchini cut into half moon slices (about 2-2.5 cups)
  • 1 large yellow onion  thinly sliced (about 1 cup)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger minced
  • 1.5 - 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce (use tamari if gluten-free)
  • 1 teaspoon vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon sugar (or maple syrup, honey), optional
  • 2 teaspoon red chili flakes adjust as per your spice level
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • 1.5 tablespoon toasted sesame oil

For Garnish:

  • toasted sesame seeds
  • green onions

Instructions
 

  • Trim off the ends of the zucchini. Cut in half lengthwise, and then cut into half-moon slices.
  • Heat oil in a skillet or wok. Add onion slices, minced ginger, garlic, and saute for a minute.
  • Add in soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, salt, ground pepper, red chili flakes and continue to saute for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add zucchini slices and continue to cook until zucchini is tender but still crunchy (about 3 minutes).
  • Next, add toasted sesame oil and toss for few seconds. Turn off the gas.
  • Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and green onions and serve hot with steamed rice.

Notes

Variations

  • You can add other vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, eggplant, mushrooms, carrots, edamame in the same sauce.
  • Leftovers can be stored for up to 2-3 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. However, I do not recommend freezing as the zucchini gets soggy after thawing.
  • Make Ahead. You can chop the zucchini, onion, ginger, and garlic 1 day in advance and store them separately in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
 
Note: Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Calories: 157kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gSodium: 493mgPotassium: 371mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 493IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 34mgIron: 1mg
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  1. Linda says

    May 23, 2022 at 1:36 pm

    5 stars
    I made this dish for my family. It was absolutely delicious! I added tofu for protein, everyone loved it! Thank you for this fabulous recipe,

    Reply
    • Bhavana Patil says

      June 09, 2022 at 11:08 pm

      Hi Linda, Thats a great idea adding tofu to stir fry, glad you liked it..and thank you for trying the recipe.

      Reply
  2. Cheri Rivera says

    September 19, 2022 at 9:52 pm

    5 stars
    I made the zucchini stir fry n served it with spaghetti noodles. I was so yummy n easy to make. Much mahalo for sharing your recipe.

    Reply
    • Bhavana Patil says

      September 21, 2022 at 5:21 am

      Hi Cheri, I am so glad to know, the recipe turned out great. Thanks for sharing your feedback:)

      Reply

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