Gochujang Zucchini

Gochujang Zucchini is a vibrant vegetarian dish that combines the spicy and savory flavors of Korean gochujang with tender, grilled zucchini. Perfect as a side or a main dish, this dish brings a unique twist to your BBQ table.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium (about 300g)
• Gochujang - 2 tablespoons (30g)
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Brown sugar - 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Rice vinegar - 1 teaspoon (5ml)
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (10g)
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon (15ml)

Steps

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. Wash and slice the zucchini into 1/2 inch thick rounds.
3. In a bowl, mix together gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, brown sugar, and rice vinegar to create a marinade.
4. Add the zucchini slices to the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Let them marinate for about 10 minutes.
5. Drizzle olive oil over the preheated grill or grill pan.
6. Place the marinated zucchini slices on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are tender and have grill marks.
7. Remove the zucchini from the grill and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 16 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from zucchini, which support immune health.
• Gochujang contains probiotics that promote gut health.

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