🍽️ A side dish made by lightly frying zucchini in a mixture of sesame oil and vegetable oil until golden, then gently tossing it with a spicy-savory seasoning sauce.
Wash the zucchini thoroughly, then slice into round pieces about 0.5cm thick for a pleasant texture and bite-sized portions.
Use only the white part of 1 green onion stalk, finely chopped, as it has less moisture and a cleaner taste.
Slice 1 red chili pepper thinly on the diagonal to enhance the dish’s color and visual appeal.
To compensate for the low smoke point of sesame oil and add richness, combine 1 tablespoon sesame oil with 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a frying pan.
Once the pan heats up, reduce heat to medium and fry the zucchini slices until golden brown on both sides.
In a mixing bowl, combine 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 0.5 tablespoon korean soy sauce, chopped green onion, sliced red chili, 1 tablespoon red pepper powder, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds to make the seasoning sauce.
Add the fried zucchini to the bowl with the sauce and gently toss, being careful not to crush the shape.
Slice zucchini into 0.5cm thick rounds; prepare green onion and red chili accordingly.
Fry zucchini in a pan coated with a mix of sesame oil and vegetable oil over medium heat until golden on both sides.
Add the fried zucchini to the prepared soy-based seasoning sauce and gently toss to finish.
Cooking tips 💡
Using only sesame oil can cause burning, so mixing it half-and-half with regular vegetable oil prevents scorching while enhancing the rich aroma.
Avoid using the green leafy parts of green onion, as they contain excess moisture that may make the salad soggy.
Zucchini naturally has a mild sweetness, so there’s no need to add sugar or syrup to the seasoning sauce.
The fried zucchini becomes tender, so handle it gently when tossing with the sauce to prevent breaking apart.
Recommended for 🙋
⭐Those looking for a fresh twist on ordinary stir-fried zucchini instead of the everyday version.
⭐Individuals seeking a healthy vegetable side dish with natural sweetness and nuttiness, without added sugar.
⭐People who want a quick-to-make side dish that pairs perfectly with rice.