Flavorful Stir-Fried Zucchini with Fermented Shrimp
How to Make Delicious Stir-Fried Zucchini with Fermented Shrimp
I made stir-fried zucchini with fermented shrimp using the zucchini I had at home! Introducing a recipe for delicious stir-fried zucchini with fermented shrimp as a side dish. This dish is wonderfully flavorful and easy to make, perfect for a quick and healthy addition to your meals.
Ingredients
- 3/4 medium zucchini
- 1/2 Tbsp fermented shrimp (saeu-jeot)
- 2 Tbsp cooking oil
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the zucchini and pat it dry. Then, slice it thinly into half-moon shapes, about 0.3cm thick. Slicing them thinly ensures they cook evenly and quickly.
Step 2
Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the sliced zucchini and stir-fry until it becomes slightly translucent and tender. Cooking it thoroughly will bring out its natural sweetness.
Step 3
Once the zucchini is cooked to your liking, add 1/2 tablespoon of fermented shrimp (saeu-jeot) to the pan. Stir-fry everything together, ensuring the fermented shrimp is well combined with the zucchini. This step is crucial for infusing the dish with a savory, umami flavor.
Step 4
To prevent the zucchini from sticking or burning, you can add about 3 tablespoons of water during the stir-frying process. This will create steam, keeping the zucchini moist and tender.
Step 5
Taste the stir-fry and adjust the seasoning with a pinch of salt if needed. Remember that fermented shrimp is already salty, so season gradually to avoid making it too salty.
Step 6
Finally, sprinkle some sesame seeds over the dish for added aroma and nutty flavor. Your delicious stir-fried zucchini with fermented shrimp is now ready! This is a wonderfully simple yet flavorful dish, perfect as a healthy and satisfying side.
