Garlic Zucchini
Cold Dishes

Garlic Zucchini

timer 10 MIN
signal_cellular_alt Medium
person 4 servings
Recipe
Garlic Zucchini

About This Recipe

This Garlic and Scallion Oil Steamed Zucchini is a light yet flavorful dish that highlights the natural sweetness of zucchini with aromatic garlic, charred scallions, and a hint of spice from red pepper. Perfect as a healthy side or appetizer, the zucchini is thinly sliced for quick steaming, then drizzled with fragrant scallion oil for a rich, savory depth. The minced garlic and vibrant red pepper add a fresh, zesty kick, while a final drizzle of steamed fish sauce ties all the flavors together. Steaming preserves the zucchini’s tender-crisp texture, making every bite refreshing and delicious. Quick to prepare yet packed with umami, this dish is a must-try for anyone who loves simple, vibrant flavors!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 10m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • zucchini 200g
The aromatics
  • garlic 1 clove (10g)
  • scallions 2 stalks (30g)
  • red pepper ½ medium (50g)
The sauce & seasonings
  • vegetable oil 1 tbsp
  • steamed fish sauce 1 tbsp

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Wash the zucchini and cut it into segments about 3 cm wide, then cut it into long strips about 2 mm wide. Arrange the zucchini strips neatly on a plate.
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Step 2
Step 2
Mince the garlic, slice the scallions, and dice the red pepper.
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Step 3
Step 3
Heat the vegetable oil in a pan and stir-fry the scallion slices until they are slightly charred.
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Step 4
Step 4
Pour the scallion oil evenly over the zucchini plate, discard the scallions, and sprinkle the minced garlic and diced red pepper on top.
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Step 5
Step 5
Put water in the pan, place the zucchini plate in the pan, and steam over high heat for about 5 minutes. After steaming, drizzle with steamed fish sauce and serve.

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