Simple Soy-Glazed Zucchini Stir-Fry

This easy stir-fry is a quick, savory side dish or main meal when paired with rice.

Ingredients

3 Medium Zucchini, chopped (Ensure pieces are uniform in size)

1 Large Red Bell Pepper, chopped

1/2 large Onion, sliced

2–3 Garlic Cloves, minced

1/4 cup Soy Sauce (Use low-sodium if preferred)

1–2 tablespoons Oil (Vegetable or Olive), for stir-frying.

Rice (Cook per package directions)

Instructions

Cook Rice: Prepare your rice base according to the package directions and set aside.

Heat Oil: Add 1–2 tablespoons of oil to a large skillet or wok and heat over medium-high heat.

Add Zucchini: Add the chopped zucchini to the hot pan. Stir-fry for 10 minutes until it starts to soften and brown lightly.

Add Bell Pepper: Add the chopped red bell pepper. Continue to stir-fry for 5 minutes until the pepper is slightly tender-crisp.

Add Aromatics: Add the sliced onion and minced garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent the garlic from burning, until the onions are translucent.

Glaze: Pour in the 1/4 cup of soy sauce. Stir immediately to coat all the vegetables.

Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for another 3–5 minutes until the vegetables reach your desired tenderness and the sauce slightly reduces.

Serve: Serve the hot stir-fry immediately over the prepared rice.