Zucchini and Squash Stir Fry

Ingredients

Zucchini

2 medium, sliced

Yellow squash

2 medium, sliced

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Ginger

1 tablespoon, grated

Sesame oil

2 tablespoons

Soy sauce

3 tablespoons

Honey

1 tablespoon

Red pepper flakes

1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon

Salt

1/4 teaspoon (to taste)

Green onions

2, sliced (for garnish)

Toasted sesame seeds

1 tablespoon (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the sliced zucchini and yellow squash to the skillet, stir-frying for 5-6 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful sauce.
5. Pour the sauce over the zucchini and squash, stirring to coat the vegetables evenly. Continue stir-frying for an additional 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
7. Serve hot as a side dish or over steamed rice for a complete meal.