This Zucchini stir fry is an easy, delicious side dish. It's a vegan, gluten-free, low-carb dish and perfect to serve as a side dish.
Stir-fried vegetables are quick and fun dishes indeed. You can make them as a side or as a main course. And more than anything stir-frying is the best method to cook veggies as the nutrients stay intact in this cooking method.
Zucchini stir fry is an easy and quick stir-fry dish. Add some summer squash or yellow zucchini for a colorful, vibrant, delicious zucchini stir-fry. This is vegan as well as gluten-free.
Why you'll love this zucchini stir fry?
I'm absolutely in love with this zucchini stir fry and I'm sure you will also love them. Just play around with spices, zucchini best absorbs the flavor of spices they are cooked into.
- easy to make
- vegan and plant-based
- can be made with different flavors
- gluten-free
- 10 minutes cooking time
- few pantry ingredients
How to make zucchini stir fry?
Ingredients
1. Zucchini- You can also add yellow squash to the stir-fry
2. Onion & Garlic - Alternatively, you may also add onion powder and garlic powder. But fresh minced garlic has that strong flavor to the next level.
3. Stir-fry Sauce- Here are many options you can use. But my recipe has only simple salt, crushed black pepper, paprika, dried herbs like oregano, and thyme. Also, you can use direct stir-fry sauce for this recipe.
Other variations:
Add lots of minced garlic and herbs of choice (thyme, rosemary, basil, parsley, etc) along with salt and pepper with the zucchini and squash for a fresh herby flavor.
Mexican or Southwestern - Cumin powder, chili powder, paprika, salt & pepper, taco seasoning, or fajita seasoning
Indian- add coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and paprika along with salt & pepper.
Chinese/ Asian - Add stir-fry sauce and simmer to dry for 1 minute. Another option is to stir-fry with teriyaki sauce.
Italian seasoning- Add Italian herb mix or seasoning mix, like pizza seasoning or pasta seasoning will also work for this stir-fry.
Instructions: Step-by-step
Step 1: Prep Vegetables:
Wash and clean the zucchini. No need to peel off the skin. Chop into equal-sized pieces. I have chopped it into bite-sized cubes. Slice or roughly chop onions and finely mince the garlic pods.
Step 2: Saute/ Stir fry:
Heat oil in a pan. Now add garlic and onion to the pan. Saute till translucent. Then add zucchini. Stir fry on high flame for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 3: Add seasoning & saute
Now add the seasoning followed by tomato paste. Mix all well. Keep flame medium-high and cook for 5 minutes till zucchini is tender and cooked. Stir them carefully to avoid making the zucchini soggy. Don't cover while cooking.
Extra Tips -
Don't cook them covered else it will release more water and become soggy.
Don't overcook the zucchini as they may turn mushy and soggy easily. 4 - 5 minutes is enough for the zucchini to get cooked.
High Heat - Cook on medium-high heat. Avoid covering up the skillet with a lid since it will ooze out more moisture making the zucchini soggy.
Sauce variation - Teriyaki sauce/ Worcester sauce also goes best with stir-fried veggies.
If you like spicy, add hot sauce and 1 tsp too.
What to serve with Stir-fried Zucchini?
Serve this zucchini stir fry with any of the main courses, it will go well with all. Try this with steamed rice and drizzle some dipping sauce over them.
Add this to your burrito bowl or to the tacos. Serve them with pasta or noodles, you will love them too.
How to store and reheat?
Leftovers can stay food for 3 - 4 days in the refrigerator when packed right in an airtight box with a lid. But they may turn soggy when stored.
To reheat, microwave the leftovers in a microwave-safe container for 1 minute or till the food is hot enough. You may stir it in half for even heating.
Or transfer the content to a skillet and heat on medium heat till it's hot enough.
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Zucchini Stir Fry Recipe
Zucchini Stir Fry
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 green zucchini
- 2 yellow squash
- 2 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil or canola oil
- 1 small onion
- 4 - 6 garlic pods
- 1 dry red chilli or crushed chili flakes
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- ยฝ tsp paprika (optional)
- salt & black pepper to taste
Alternative spices (option 1)
- 1 tsp paprika
- ยฝ tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp maple syrup
Alternative spices (option 2)
- ยผ cup teriyaki sauce
- ยฝ tsp tobasco or any hot sauce
Instructions
- Wash and clean zucchini.
- Now chop the zucchini into bite-sized cubes.
- Heat oil in a pan.
- Add chopped onion, garlic. Saute till translucent.
- Add dry red chilli pieces or chili flakes.
- Now add chopped zucchini.
- Toss to mix everything nicely.
- Keep flame on medium high and saute for 3 - 4 minutes.
- Stir occasionally to avoid sticking or burning of veggies.
- Add spices, salt, and pepper. Toss once more to mix.
- Check with a fork if zucchini is tender.
- Turn off heat and sprinkle some chopped parsley.
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