Zucchini Teriyaki Dish (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Veggies
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3 mid-sized zucchini
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1 mid-sized sweet onion, roughly chopped
→ Sauce Mixers
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2 tablespoons cooking oil
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2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
→ Flavor Boosters
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1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, more or less depending on how spicy you want it
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
→ Extra Touches
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1 tablespoon butter, added at the end for more flavor if you'd like
# Instructions:
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Chop each zucchini into chunks about 2 inches long, then slice each chunk into 6 wedges to make tasty bites that'll soak up all the yummy flavors.
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Put the cooking oil in a big nonstick pan and turn the heat to medium-high until you can see the oil shimmer, making a good base for your stir-fry.
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Toss your cut zucchini and onion into the hot oil and let them cook and soften a bit, around 2 minutes.
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Now pour in your teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. They'll start to bubble and coat your veggies right away.
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Keep stirring now and then for another 4-5 minutes until your zucchini feels just right to you, whether you like it a little crunchy or super soft.
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Take the pan off the heat and scatter those toasted sesame seeds all over for some crunch and pretty looks. If you want it extra rich, stir in some butter too.
# Notes:
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This fast side goes great with any grilled meat, fish, or just with some rice
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To make it a full meal, throw in some tofu, chicken bits, or shrimp while you're cooking