Savory and Sweet! Super Simple Stir-fried Zucchini with Salted Shrimp (Saeujeot)
Summer Delight! Easy Saeujeot Zucchini Stir-fry Recipe: The Ultimate Side Dish to Boost Your Appetite
The perfect dish for when you have a low appetite! Introducing our super simple Saeujeot Zucchini Stir-fry, made with fresh summer zucchini. Even without many ingredients, the savory umami of salted shrimp combined with the natural sweetness of zucchini creates a magical side dish that will have you finishing your rice in no time. Its simple cooking process makes it a beloved staple for everyone, from singles to seasoned home cooks.
Main Ingredients- 1 medium zucchini
- 1/2 medium onion
- 30g carrot (about 1/4 carrot)
- 1/4 stalk green onion
- A little olive oil (or cooking oil)
Seasoning- 1 Tbsp salted shrimp (saeujeot)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- A pinch of sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp perilla oil or sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp salted shrimp (saeujeot)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- A pinch of sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp perilla oil or sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the vegetables for stir-frying. Thinly slice the onion and the carrot into similar thickness. Slice the green onion diagonally.
Step 2
Wash the zucchini thoroughly under running water and trim off the hard ends. Then, cut it in half lengthwise, and slice into thick, half-moon shapes about 0.5cm thick.
Step 3
Heat a pan over medium heat and add a generous amount of olive oil. Add the minced garlic first and stir-fry until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. Once you can smell the garlic, your stir-fry base is ready!
Step 4
Now, add the prepared zucchini, carrot, and onion to the pan. Stir gently with a spatula to combine them well as they cook.
Step 5
When the onions start to turn translucent and the zucchini is slightly softened, add 1 tablespoon of salted shrimp (saeujeot) to season. Stir well with the vegetables for another 1-2 minutes.
Step 6
The key is to turn off the heat before the zucchini becomes too soft, leaving a slight crispness. Turn off the heat when it’s about 80% cooked, and let the residual heat finish the cooking. Sprinkle generously with sesame seeds and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of perilla oil (or sesame oil) for a nutty aroma, and your Saeujeot Zucchini Stir-fry is perfectly complete! Enjoy your delicious meal!
