Description
Delightful japanese zucchini rolls combine fresh ingredients with traditional Asian flavors. Crisp vegetables and savory seasonings create a light, refreshing dish you’ll savor with each delicate bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium zucchini (340 grams / 12 oz)
- 1 medium sweet onion, coarsely chopped
- 2 tbsps (30 mL) teriyaki sauce
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) soy sauce
- 2 tbsps (30 mL) vegetable oil
- ¼ to ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preparation: Slice zucchini into 2-inch segments, then cut into thin, uniform wedges to ensure consistent cooking and elegant presentation.
- Heating: Warm vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until the surface becomes glossy and shimmering, signaling optimal cooking temperature.
- Sautéing: Introduce chopped zucchini and sliced onions into the hot skillet, stirring intermittently to achieve uniform browning and prevent sticking for approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Seasoning: Elevate the vegetable mixture by drizzling teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, and generously sprinkling crushed red pepper flakes and freshly ground black pepper to infuse vibrant Asian-inspired flavors.
- Finishing: Continue cooking the seasoned vegetables for 4-5 minutes, allowing ingredients to caramelize and develop a rich exterior while maintaining a delicate crisp texture.
- Serving: Remove skillet from heat and garnish with a delicate sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, adding a nutty dimension and visual sophistication before serving immediately.
Notes
- Slice with Precision: Cut zucchini uniformly to ensure even cooking and professional-looking presentation that guarantees consistent texture and flavor.
- Oil Temperature Matters: Wait until oil shimmers and becomes glossy, signaling the perfect heat for sautéing that prevents soggy vegetables and promotes golden-brown edges.
- Season Strategically: Balance teriyaki and soy sauce with red pepper flakes and black pepper to create a complex, authentic Asian-inspired flavor profile that elevates the dish.
- Timing is Key: Cook vegetables for exactly 4-5 minutes to develop caramelization while maintaining a slight crispness, preventing overcooking and preserving nutritional value.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 124
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 240 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg