CHINESE BRAISED ZUCCHINI

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Black bean sauce, ginger and thai chilies make this zucchini a perfect side dish to go along with any Chinese-style main dish. Add eggplant and snow peas served with a side of fried rice for an exotic weekday meal

Provided by Arci

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 small yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Chinese black bean sauce
2 Thai chile peppers, seeded and chopped
4 zucchinis, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 tablespoon soy sauce
ΒΌ cup water

Steps:

  • Heat the sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir fry the onion and garlic in the hot oil until the onion begins to soften, about 2 minutes. Stir in the black bean sauce and chile peppers, and continue stir frying about 30 seconds to coat the onions with the black bean sauce.
  • Stir in the zucchini, ginger, soy sauce, and water. Cover, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for 15 minutes until the zucchini is soft, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.1 g, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 275.5 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

ka Dasithdewranga
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This dish is so flavorful and delicious. I love the combination of sweet and savory, and the zucchini is cooked perfectly.


Allen Neal
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken or beef. I often add some shredded chicken or beef to the sauce, and it makes a delicious and hearty meal.


s seventhsun777
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's made with just a few ingredients, and it's so easy to make. It's a great weeknight meal.


Md Yousuf Ymsto
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This recipe is a great starting point for creating your own variations. I've added different spices, herbs, and vegetables to create my own unique dishes.


Ridowan Hawladar
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I've made this dish several times now, and I always experiment with different ingredients. I've added mushrooms, bell peppers, and even pineapple. It's always delicious.


AN AN TO
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This dish is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and savory sauce, and they always ask for seconds.


summerxvibes x
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I love that this dish is so healthy. It's low in calories and fat, and it's packed with vitamins and minerals.


Mudasir Balov
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This dish is so versatile. I've served it over rice, noodles, and even mashed potatoes. It's always delicious.


Anisha Louise
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I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I got several requests for the recipe.


Abie King
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover zucchini. I had a few zucchinis that were about to go bad, and this dish was the perfect way to use them up.


M Gulam abbas
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I'm not usually a big fan of zucchini, but this dish changed my mind. The zucchini was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Md Miraz Vai
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This dish is so simple to make, but it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of sweet and savory, and the zucchini is cooked perfectly.


nicholas anderson
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I wasn't sure how this dish would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised! The zucchini was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ryan Carroll
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my vegetarian friends, and they loved it. The zucchini was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was very flavorful.


Jewel
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I love this dish! It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it.


shelley imber
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit. The zucchini is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is so delicious.


MA1
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I made this dish for my family last night, and they loved it! The zucchini was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was just the right amount of tangy and sweet.


Dennis Hammond
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The zucchini was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and savory. I served it over rice, and it was a perfect meal.