Stir-fried Zucchini with Fermented Shrimp and Perilla Oil
How to Make Delicious Stir-fried Zucchini with Fermented Shrimp
This simple yet flavorful stir-fried zucchini dish combines the mildness of fresh zucchini with the savory kick of salted fermented shrimp (saeujeot). Enhanced with the nutty aroma of perilla oil, it’s easily digestible and makes an excellent side dish for rice. Enjoy a delightful meal with this easy-to-follow recipe!
Main Ingredients- 1 medium zucchini
- 1/2 red chili pepper
- A small amount of green onion
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp perilla oil
- 3 Tbsp water
Seasoning- 1 Tbsp salted fermented shrimp (saeujeot)
- 1 Tbsp salted fermented shrimp (saeujeot)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Wash the zucchini thoroughly under running water and slice it into half-moon shapes. Avoid slicing them too thinly, so they maintain a pleasant texture after stir-frying.
Step 2
Remove the stems from the red chili pepper, wash it, and mince it finely. Peel and wash the green onion, then slice it thinly. Prepare the minced garlic.
Step 3
Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of perilla oil. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant and lightly golden. Then, add the sliced zucchini and stir-fry. Once the zucchini starts to soften, add 3 tablespoons of water and continue to cook until it becomes translucent. (Tip: Using perilla oil when stir-frying aged namul or vegetables enhances their aroma and nutty flavor, making the dish even more delicious.)
Step 4
When the zucchini is slightly cooked, add the minced red chili pepper and sliced green onion. Stir-fry them together just until their colors become vibrant.
Step 5
Finally, add 1 tablespoon of salted fermented shrimp (saeujeot) and stir-fry evenly to season. You can adjust the amount of saeujeot according to your preference. Turn off the heat once seasoned.
Step 6
Transfer the beautifully stir-fried zucchini to a serving plate. Your delicious side dish is now ready to be enjoyed with rice!
