Description
Elevate your meal with this Spicy Garlic Chinese Zucchini recipe, featuring zoodles topped with a rich and spicy sauce.
Ingredients
- Zucchini
- Salt
- Garlic
- Coconut Aminos
- Tahini or Nut Butter
- Sesame Oil
- Chili Powder
- Chili Oil
- Honey or Maple Syrup
- Toasted Sesame Seeds
- Green Onions
Instructions
- Spiralize the zucchini to create zoodles and sprinkle with salt. Allow to sit for about 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
- In a bowl, combine minced garlic, coconut aminos, tahini or nut butter, sesame oil, chili powder, and optional chili oil. Mix well until smooth.
- Squeeze excess moisture from the zoodles and sauté in a pan over medium heat until just tender, about 2-3 minutes.
- Toss the zoodles with the sauce, adjusting sweetness with honey or maple syrup if desired. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Serve garnished with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Notes
Feel free to customize the heat level by adjusting the chili powder or adding more chili oil to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 145 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Spicy Garlic Chinese Zucchini, Zoodles, Healthy Recipe, Vegan Sauce, Quick Meal