Best 9 Stir Fried Zucchini Recipes

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In the realm of delectable vegetarian dishes, stir-fried zucchini stands out as a symphony of flavors and textures. This versatile vegetable takes center stage, showcasing its tender-crisp bite and mild yet distinctive taste. Originating from the Mediterranean region, zucchini has found its way into kitchens worldwide, inspiring culinary creations that span cultures and palates.

Our collection of stir-fried zucchini recipes offers a diverse range of culinary adventures. From the classic Chinese stir-fry with its vibrant sauce to the rustic Italian sauté with aromatic herbs, each recipe brings a unique twist to this versatile ingredient. Whether you prefer a quick and easy weeknight meal or a sophisticated dish to impress your dinner guests, our recipes have something for every occasion and skill level.

For those seeking a speedy yet satisfying meal, our simple stir-fry recipe is a go-to choice. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have a delicious and nutritious dish on the table in under 30 minutes. Craving something with a bit more depth and complexity? Try our flavorful stir-fry with bell peppers and a tangy sauce made from soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.

If you're looking for a vegetarian main course with a hearty twist, our zucchini and tofu stir-fry is the perfect option. Packed with protein and vegetables, this dish is not only satisfying but also incredibly versatile. Feel free to customize it with your favorite vegetables, such as broccoli, carrots, or snow peas.

For those who appreciate the bold and spicy flavors of Szechuan cuisine, our Szechuan-style stir-fried zucchini is a must-try. Featuring a combination of chili peppers, garlic, and ginger, this dish delivers a delightful balance of heat and savoriness.

Finally, if you're seeking a lighter and more refreshing take on stir-fried zucchini, our recipe with lemon and herbs is sure to please. The bright citrus notes of lemon perfectly complement the zucchini's mild flavor, while fresh herbs like basil and thyme add an aromatic touch.

No matter your taste preferences or dietary restrictions, our collection of stir-fried zucchini recipes offers something for every palate. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates this versatile vegetable in all its glory.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

STIR-FRIED ZUCCHINI



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I plant many vegetables to use in cooking. Tomatoes, cucumbers and zucchini are among our favorites. That is why this zucchini stir-fry is so popular at our house. -Deborah Elliot, Ridge Spring, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds sliced zucchini
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the zucchini and garlic in oil until zucchini is crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with seasonings. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 299mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

EASY STIR-FRIED ZUCCHINI AND GARLIC



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Make and share this Easy Stir-Fried Zucchini and Garlic recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Free Of...

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs zucchini (sliced or diced into cubes)
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
salt and pepper
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning (or to taste)
parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the zucchini, garlic and Italian seasoning in oil and butter, until zucchini is crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Serve immediately.

STIR-FRIED ZUCCHINI WITH HOISIN SAUCE



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From Fine Cooking #65. I love hoisin sauce so decided to try this recipe - and was so glad I did! Prep time includes slicing and salting the zucchini.

Provided by WaterMelon

Categories     Vegetable

Time 21m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium zucchini (approx 1 lb.)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons hoisin sauce
2 teaspoons dry sherry
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon canola oil (or peanut oil)
1 teaspoon garlic, minced (1 clove)
1 teaspoon chili flakes
1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • Quarter zucchini lengthwise.
  • Slice off the soft seed core; it's ok if some seeds remain.
  • Arrange the zucchini, cut side up, on paper towels.
  • Sprinkle with salt, set aside for 10 mins.
  • Blot the zucchini quarters dry with paper towels.
  • Cut quarters into 2 inch lengths.
  • Mix soy sauce, hoisin, sherry and sesame oil in a small bowl.
  • Heat a wok or large skillet over med-high heat for 1 min.
  • Pour in canola/peanut oil; when oil starts to shimmer and ripple (very hot), add zucchini.
  • Saute until zucchini browns and softens slightly (don't overcook- it might turn mushy), about 4 mins.
  • Add garlic and chilli flakes, saute for about 15 sec.
  • Add the sauce mixture, stir and cook just long enough for liquid to reduce and coat the zucchini (about 20 sec).
  • Remove from wok, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and serve immediately.

STIR-FRIED ZUCCHINI AND BEEF



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My version of a recipe from a book titled Quick & Easy Korean Cooking for Everyone, via RecipeSource.com. The recipe originally called for cucumbers instead of zucchini; somehow I bought the zucchinis instead (I know, I know...) and I loved the end result, so here it is! The directions are a little vague, but I am a beginner cook and managed just fine. Enjoy over rice, with Sriracha.

Provided by Shalabhanjika

Categories     Meat

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 zucchini, thinly sliced
1/3 lb lean beef (julienned or thinly sliced)
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sesame oil or 1 tablespoon other oil
1/4 teaspoon crushed garlic
salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon finely chopped green onion
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground red chili pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
shredded chili pepper, to garnish

Steps:

  • Heat oil. Quickly stir-fry beef over high, and season with garlic, salt and pepper. Remove from pan/wok with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Add zucchini and stir-fry briefly. Season with green onion, sesame seeds and oil, soy sauce, chili pepper, and salt.
  • Return beef to pan, stir once to combine, and transfer to serving plate. Garnish with shredded chili.

STIR- FRIED ZUCCHINI & ONIONS



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This quick side dish has an Asian flair, and is also good with sliced mushrooms thrown in! For the teriyaki sauce, I like to use the honey & pineapple variety.

Provided by Kizzikate

Categories     Onions

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
2 medium zucchini, cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 teaspoon grated gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat vegetable & sesame oils in skillet, over medium heat.
  • Stir in onions, cook and stir 5 minutes.
  • Add zucchini, cook and stir about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, sesame seeds, and ginger. Cook and stir 5 minutes, or until zucchini are fork tender.
  • Stir in pepper and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112.5, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 605.6, Carbohydrate 8.1, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 5, Protein 2.9

STIR FRIED ZUCCHINI WITH OYSTER SAUCE



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This is a basic Chinese vegetable stir fry that can be made with just about any vegetable that can be cooked. Lettuce, spinach, Swiss chard, nappa, bok choy, green beans, asparagus (my favorite), pea pods, broccoli etc are all delicious. Just cut the vegetable properly and, if necessary, blanche before cooking. (Green beans, asparagus & broccoli need 2 - 3 minutes in boiling water).

Provided by tgobbi

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb zucchini or 1 lb cucumber
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon salt (or use a little light soy and cut back on the salt)
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1/2 tablespoon dry sherry
1/4 cup chicken stock
1/4 cup wood ear mushrooms, soaked & shredded (or Chinese black mushrooms, soaked & shredded) (optional)
cornstarch, mixed with a little water
3 -5 drops sesame oil (optional)

Steps:

  • *These are the same mushrooms used in mu shu pork.
  • They are variously called tree ears or wood ears.
  • Pour boiling water over them and let soak for 15 minutes.
  • Remove tough stems with a knife and julienne.
  • They swell up to about four times their original size when soaked so it takes very little to make 1/4 cup!
  • Be sure to remove the stems because they are extremely tough.
  • If using cucumber, peel and remove seeds.
  • Zucchini just needs to be washed.
  • Slice or julienne.
  • Or cut in finger sized pieces.
  • Heat oil with salt in wok or skillet over high heat; add garlic and stir for a few seconds for aroma.
  • Add cucumber& wood ears; stir fry 1 minutes Stir in sauce.
  • Cover& simmer 1 minutes Thicken slightly with cornstarch mixture.
  • Stir in a few drops of sesame oil.
  • Serve immediately.

STIR-FRIED ZUCCHINI WITH CORN AND SWEET BELL PEPPER



Stir-Fried Zucchini With Corn and Sweet Bell Pepper image

This is a Northeastern recipe using Southwestern seasonings. A year round recipe can us fresh corn during the growing season and canned corn in the rest of the year.

Provided by BeckyF

Categories     Corn

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium onion, shopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1/2 inch squares
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon crushed hot red pepper flakes
3 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2 inch dice or thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups corn kernels (fresh, vacuum-packed niblets or thawed frozen)
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice or 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the onion in the olive oil over moderate heat until it is softened and just beginning to color around the edges, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and bell pepper.
  • Cook, stirring until the pepper begins to soften, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add the cumin and hot pepper and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
  • Add the zucchini and season with the salt.
  • Cook stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender but still firm, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Add the corn and cook, stirring frequently, until hot, about 2 minutes.
  • Sprinkle on the lime juice and serve hot or at room temperature.

ZUCCHINI KI BHAJI - STIR-FRIED ZUCCHINI



Zucchini Ki Bhaji - Stir-Fried Zucchini image

It's easy to cook and so tasty, I for one could eat it all by itself. You of course, can choose to combine it with hot Chapatis or rice and your favorite Daal!

Provided by roja khan

Categories     Pakistani

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 large zucchini
3 tablespoons bengal gram flour (besan)
salt
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon cumin seed
1 teaspoon carom seeds (ajwain, bishop's weed)
3 tablespoons cooking oil

Steps:

  • Wash the zucchini thoroughly and pat dry. Now cut into quarters lengthwise and then dice into 1" pieces.
  • Put the cut zucchini into a large mixing bowl. Add the bengal gram flour, turmeric, cumin and red chilli powders, salt to taste and mix well to coat all the zucchini pieces.
  • Keep aside for later.
  • Heat the oil in a deep pan on a medium flame, till hot.
  • Add the cumin and ajwain seeds and cook till they stop spluttering. Now add the zucchini and mix well.
  • Simmer the flame and cook till the bengal gram flour coating is cooked - it will look golden and give off a cooked aroma. Ideally the zucchini will also be cooked by this time.
  • Serve hot with Chapatis or rice and your favorite Daal.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 21.4, Carbohydrate 7.6, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 3.1, Protein 2.8

STIR-FRIED ZUCCHINI & ONION



STIR-FRIED ZUCCHINI & ONION image

Categories     Vegetable     Stir-Fry

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 TBSP Veggie Oil
1 large onion sliced
2 medium zucchini sliced lengthwise
2 TBSP Teriyaki sauce
1 TBSP Soy Sauce
1 TBSP toasted sesame seeds
pepper

Steps:

  • Warm oil in a wok or skillet. Stir fry onion. After 5 min add zucchini. After 1 min add teriyaki, soy and sesame seeds. Stir fry 5 more minutes and serve.

Tips:

  • Choose the right zucchini: Select firm, young zucchini with smooth, deep green skin. Avoid zucchini that is too large or has blemishes.
  • Slice the zucchini evenly: Cut the zucchini into uniform slices or strips to ensure even cooking.
  • Heat the pan or wok properly: Make sure the pan or wok is heated over high heat before adding the zucchini. This will help create a sear and prevent the zucchini from becoming soggy.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: Avoid overcrowding the pan or wok with zucchini. This will prevent the zucchini from cooking evenly and becoming mushy.
  • Stir-fry in batches: If you have a lot of zucchini to cook, stir-fry it in batches to prevent overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
  • Season to taste: Season the zucchini with salt, pepper, and other desired seasonings to taste. You can also add sauces or glazes for extra flavor.
  • Serve immediately: Stir-fried zucchini is best served immediately after cooking. This will ensure that it retains its vibrant color and crisp texture.

Conclusion:

Stir-fried zucchini is a quick, easy, and delicious way to enjoy this versatile vegetable. With its mild flavor and tender texture, zucchini can be paired with a variety of ingredients and seasonings to create a range of flavorful dishes. Whether you're looking for a simple side dish or a main course, stir-fried zucchini is a great option that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful meal, give stir-fried zucchini a try!

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