Only 5 Minutes?! This Korean Zucchini Side Dish Is So Easy! ✨

zucchini

🥗Healthier: yellow squash

💰Cheaper: cucumbers

Both alternatives provide similar textures and flavors.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Lower sodium options are healthier, while tamari is often cheaper.

Cut the zucchini in half and then slice it into thick pieces.

Put the zucchini in a microwave-safe container and cover with a lid or plastic wrap.

Microwave the zucchini for about 3 minutes.

In a bowl, mix together 1/2 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1/2 tablespoon of tuna fish sauce (or soy sauce if you don't have tuna fish sauce), 1/2 tablespoon of sesame oil, 1 teaspoon of garlic, 1/2 tablespoon of red pepper powder, 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds, and 1 tablespoon of chopped green onions.

After 3 minutes, drain the water from the zucchini and mix it with the seasoning.

If you taste the dish and it is bland, add a bit more tuna fish sauce or a pinch of salt.

The seasoned zucchini side dish is done.

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