Stir-Fried Zucchini, Shanghai Style

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 15
Stir-Fried Zucchini, Shanghai Style recipe
in Vegetarian

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup sliced shiitake mushroom
1 large tomatoes
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon dry sherry
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons vegetable oil , divided
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 tablespoon minced ginger
1 green onion , sliced
1 lb zucchini , sliced diagonally into 1 inch medallions
1 small onion , cut into wedges and separated
hot steamed rice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
145
Sugar
5g
Fat
8g
Stir-Fried Zucchini, Shanghai Style is a delicious vegetable dish that is popular in Chinese cuisine. It is a healthy and flavorful way to add more vegetables to your diet. The dish is made with zucchini, shiitake mushrooms, and tomatoes, and it is cooked in a savory sauce that is full of flavor. This simple and quick recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The dish is best served hot over a bed of steamed rice.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, combine chicken broth, ketchup, soy sauce, dry sherry, sugar, salt, red wine vinegar, and cornstarch. Set aside.
2.Heat up a wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil, and swirl to coat the bottom. Add garlic, ginger, and green onion and stir-fry until fragrant.
3.Add zucchini and onion and stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes, until zucchini becomes tender.
4.Add sliced shiitake mushrooms and diced tomatoes and stir-fry for additional 2 minutes.
5.Give the chicken broth mixture a quick re-stir, then pour it into the pan. Continue stirring for another 1 minute, until the sauce thickens and the vegetables are evenly coated.
6.The Stir-Fried Zucchini, Shanghai Style is best served hot over steamed rice.

PROS

This Stir-Fried Zucchini, Shanghai Style dish is both vegetarian and gluten-free.

It only takes about 20 minutes to prepare and has a savory sauce that is full of flavors.

CONS

Zucchini releases water when cooked, which can make the dish a little soggy if not cooked properly.

Some people may find the dish a little salty due to the soy sauce.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Zucchini is low in calories, high in fiber, and contains vitamin B6, vitamin C, and potassium.
Shiitake mushrooms are a good source of vitamin D, copper, and selenium.
Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of certain types of cancer.

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