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Spicy Garlic Chinese Zucchini Recipe

Spicy Garlic Chinese Zucchini Recipe That Energizes Your Meal

This Spicy Garlic Chinese Zucchini Recipe brings a delightful crunch and a kick of heat, perfect as a side or a meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Draining Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini
  • 4 medium Zucchini Fresh zucchini; can substitute with cucumber.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher or sea salt recommended.
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic cloves Minced; use 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder per clove if needed.
  • 1/4 cup Coconut aminos Soy sauce alternative, reduced sodium.
  • 2 tablespoons Tahini or nut butter Peanut or almond butter; sunflower seed butter for nut-free.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil Or substitute with olive oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder Adjust spice level to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili oil Optional for extra heat.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup Omit for a keto dish.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame seeds Optional.
  • 2 stalks Green onions Sliced; can substitute with chives or scallions.

Equipment

  • Spiralizer
  • Mixing bowl
  • colander

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Using a spiralizer or mandoline, create zucchini noodles and set aside.
  2. Toss the zoodles with salt in a bowl and let drain for 30 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together minced garlic, coconut aminos, tahini, sesame oil, chili powder, and chili oil until smooth.
  4. After draining, gently squeeze zoodles, then combine with the sauce, tossing well.
  5. Transfer to a serving platter, optionally sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

For best texture, mix zoodles and sauce just before serving. Quality ingredients enhance the dish's flavor.

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