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Grilled Zucchini with Spicy Asian Sauce


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  • Author: Chef Billy
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 4

Description

Tender grilled zucchini slices drizzled with a bold and spicy Asian-inspired sauce, perfect as a side dish or light main.


Ingredients

  • 4 medium zucchinis, sliced lengthwise
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha (or to taste)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced


Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, garlic, and ginger to make the spicy Asian sauce.
  3. In a separate bowl, toss zucchini slices with olive oil, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Grill zucchini slices for 3-4 minutes per side until tender and marked.
  5. Transfer grilled zucchini to a serving platter. Drizzle with the spicy sauce, sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
  6. Serve immediately.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste. Add extra sriracha for more heat or a squeeze of lime for brightness.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Method: Side
  • Cuisine: Asian