Quick Korean zucchini stir-fry made with garlic, sesame oil, and soy sauce. Moreover, it’s healthy, flavorful, and ready in minutes.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
- 2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (avocado or sunflower)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tsp Korean chili flakes (gochugaru)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
🍳 How to Make Korean Zucchini Stir-Fry
Step 1: Prep the Zucchini
First, lightly salt the zucchini and let sit for 5 minutes.
Then, gently squeeze out excess moisture.
Step 2: Stir-Fry
Next, heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
Then, sauté garlic until fragrant.
Step 3: Season and Cook
After that, add zucchini and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes.
Meanwhile, add soy sauce and gochugaru.
Step 4: Finish
Finally, drizzle sesame oil, sprinkle sesame seeds, and garnish with green onions.
⭐ Tips for Perfect Hobak Bokkeum
- Firstly, avoid overcooking to keep zucchini crisp.
- Moreover, use medium heat to prevent sogginess.
- Additionally, add tofu or mushrooms for extra protein.
- Finally, serve immediately for best texture.
🔄 Variations to Try
- Spicy: Add gochujang
- Protein-Rich: Add tofu or tempeh
- Umami Boost: Add mushrooms
- Oil-Free: Use water sauté method
- Low-Sodium: Use coconut aminos
💚 Health Benefits
Zucchini is low in calories and rich in antioxidants.
Moreover, sesame oil provides healthy fats.
Because this dish is lightly cooked, nutrients remain intact.
As a result, it supports digestion and heart health.
🧒 Kid-Friendly Version
- Skip chili flakes
- Use mild soy sauce
- Add carrots or sweet corn
- Serve with rice for balance
🥗 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Approx.)
- Calories: 95 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Fat: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
