Hobak Namul (Zucchini Side Dish)

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 3

Healthy and easy-to-make Hobak Namul recipe

by The Chefin Side

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

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Hobak Namul, also known as stir-fried zucchini, is a popular Korean side dish. This simple and delicious dish is made with just a few ingredients and can be served either hot or cold. The zucchini is briefly salted to extract excess water before being stir-fried with garlic, onion, and salted fermented shrimp, which gives the dish a slightly salty and tangy taste. This healthy side dish is easy to make and is a great way to add more vegetables to your daily diet.

Instructions

1.	Place the sliced zucchini in a bowl and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt. Let it sit for 10 minutes then rinse well and drain.
2.	Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the minced garlic. Cook for 30 seconds.
3.	Add the sliced onion and salted fermented shrimp. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
4.	Add the drained zucchini and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
5.	Season with sesame seeds and black pepper, and cook for an additional minute.

PROS

Hobak Namul is a healthy, low-calorie side dish that is rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamins A and C.

This dish can be made in under 30 minutes with just a few ingredients and is a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet.

It can be served either hot or cold as a side dish alongside a main course or as a snack.

CONS

Some people may not enjoy the taste of salted fermented shrimp.

If zucchini is not sliced thinly enough, it can become mushy when cooked.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Zucchini is a great source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as potassium and fiber.
It is also low in calories and can help aid digestion and promote weight loss.
The garlic in this recipe has many health benefits, including boosting the immune system and improving heart health.

	12 ounces zucchini , halved and cut into 1/4-inch sliced
	1 teaspoon salt
	2 teaspoons olive oil
	2 teaspoons minced garlic
	1 teaspoon salted fermented shrimp
	1/2 yellow onion , sliced
	1 teaspoon sesame seeds
	1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper