--- title: "Hibachi Zucchini Recipe (Japanese Steakhouse Style)" url: https://www.whiskaffair.com/hibachi-zucchini-recipe/ date: 2025-03-17 modified: 2025-05-14 lang: en author: "Neha Mathur" description: "This Japanese Steakhouse-style Hibachi Zucchini comes together in 20 minutes using simple ingredients. Serve it on the side with your homemade Hibachi meal." categories: - "American" - "Japanese" - "Side Dish" image: https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Hibachi-Zucchini-2-3.jpg word_count: 884 --- # Hibachi Zucchini Recipe (Japanese Steakhouse Style) This **Japanese Steakhouse-style Hibachi Zucchini** comes together in 20 minutes using simple ingredients. Serve it on the side with your homemade Hibachi meal. Here are some more of my other favorite zucchini recipes. Try them out: [No Breading Air Fryer Parmesan Zucchini](https://www.whiskaffair.com/air-fryer-zucchini-no-breading-recipe/) and [Chinese Zucchini Stir Fry.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/zucchini-stir-fry-recipe/) ![Hibachi zucchini served on a plate.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Hibachi-Zucchini-2-1-1200x1800.jpg) ★★★★★ "Absolutely delicious! My family gobbled this up within minutes. This was everything I was looking for in hibachi style zucchini." **- **Sahna [VIEW MORE REVIEWS](https://www.whiskaffair.com/hibachi-zucchini-recipe/#comments) ## Table of Contents - About Hibachi Zucchini- Ingredients- How To Make Hibachi Zucchini- Hibachi Zucchini FAQs- Serving Suggestions- Other Side Recipes We Recommend- Hibachi Zucchini Recipe (Japanese Steakhouse Style) Recipe ## About Hibachi Zucchini **Hibachi Zucchini** is a simple stir fry prepared using yellow or green zucchini, fresh ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and other ingredients. It is popularly served as a side dish at Japanese steakhouses or restaurants. Making Japanese steakhouse-style Hibachi zucchini is easy, and it comes together in **under 20 minutes** with a few simple ingredients. Serve it on the side with white rice, Hibachi fried rice, or Hibachi noodles. ## Ingredients **Zucchini** - Choose zucchini (courgette) that is dark green and firm to the touch. Avoid those with bruises or soft patches on the skin. You can also replace green zucchini with yellow zucchini (also known as yellow squash). **Soy Sauce** - It gives zucchini a salty, slightly umami flavor. To make the dish gluten-free, replace soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. **Ginger and Garlic** - Add that much-needed heat to the stir-fried zucchini. **Others** - You will also need oil, butter (salted or unsalted), onions, salt, and black pepper powder. To make the recipe vegan, replace butter with oil. Use toasted sesame oil for a unique Asian flavor. You can also use vegetable oil, olive oil, canola oil, or avocado oil, among others. You can also add some teriyaki sauce to this sauteed zucchini recipe. Garnish the ready zucchini with green onions (also known as scallions) and toasted white sesame seeds. ## How To Make Hibachi Zucchini **Step 1:** Rinse 2 large zucchinis and wipe them dry with a kitchen towel. **Step 2:** Discard 1/2 inch of the top and bottom. Cut them into 2-inch-long batons (batons are sticks cut about 8 mm in thickness). **Note** - Do not peel the zucchini. **Step 3:** Heat 1 tablespoon of oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large wok (or a large skillet) over medium-high heat. ![Oil and butter added to the wok.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Hibachi-Zucchini-Step-1-1200x737.jpg) **Step 4:** Add 1 teaspoon of minced ginger and 1 teaspoon of minced garlic, and sauté for 4-5 seconds. ![Ginger and garlic added to the wok.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Hibachi-Zucchini-Step-2-1200x800.jpg) **Step 5:** Add the zucchini and 1 cup of sliced onions, and sauté for 1 minute. ![Zucchini and sliced onions added to the wok.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Hibachi-Zucchini-Step-3-1200x800.jpg) **Step 6:** Now add 2 teaspoons of soy sauce, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper powder, and mix well. ![Soy sauce, salt and pepper added to the wok.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Hibachi-Zucchini-Step-4-1200x800.jpg) **Step 7:** Cook uncovered for 6-8 minutes, until the liquid released by the zucchini evaporates and they are slightly charred, stirring frequently. Do not overcook; otherwise, the zucchini will become overly soft and mushy. They should have a slight bite to them when perfectly cooked. **Step 8:** Garnish with chopped scallion greens and toasted white seeds, and serve hot. ![Ready Hibachi zucchini.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Hibachi-Zucchini-Step-5-1200x800.jpg) ## Hibachi Zucchini FAQs **Can I add other vegetables to this hibachi zucchini recipe?** You can add various vegetables, such as bell peppers, broccoli, mushrooms, and snow peas. **How to store leftover hibachi zuccini?** This dish tastes best when served right off the wok. However, if you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Reheat in a pan or microwave until hot, then serve. ## Serving Suggestions Hibachi-style zucchini is an excellent accompaniment to jasmine rice and green tea. You can add shrimp or chicken to make this dish a complete meal. Sprinkle some red pepper flakes and drizzle some lemon juice just before serving. To make a complete Hibachi-style meal, serve it with [Hibachi Fried Rice](https://www.whiskaffair.com/hibachi-fried-rice-recipe/) or [Hibachi Noodles](https://www.whiskaffair.com/hibachi-noodles-recipe/). Top the zucchini with [Yum Yum Sauce](https://www.whiskaffair.com/yum-yum-sauce-recipe/) or [Hibachi Mustard Sauce](https://www.whiskaffair.com/hibachi-mustard-sauce-recipe/) for a taste boost. You can also serve Hibachi zucchini with non-vegetarian options, such as[ Hibachi Salmon](https://www.whiskaffair.com/hibachi-salmon-recipe/), [Hibachi Shrimp](https://www.whiskaffair.com/japanese-hibachi-shrimp-recipe/), or [Hibachi Chicken](https://www.whiskaffair.com/hibachi-chicken-recipe/). ## Other Side Recipes We Recommend [![Make these extra crispy Greek Fries in just 15 minutes. 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Make this easy and delicious dish at home instead of an expensive take-out.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Gochujang-Tofu-2-3-600x800.jpg)](https://www.whiskaffair.com/gochujang-tofu-recipe/)Main Course ### Gochujang Tofu [![This Spicy Lemon Garlic Baked Tilapia Recipe is super easy to make and comes together in under 20 minutes. It's low-carb, gluten-free, keto-friendly, and very flavorful.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Lemon-Garlic-Baked-Tilapia-2-3-600x600.jpg)](https://www.whiskaffair.com/spicy-lemon-garlic-baked-tilapia-recipe/)Main Course ### Spicy Lemon Garlic Baked Tilapia ![Hibachi zucchini served on a plate.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Hibachi-Zucchini-2-3-150x150.jpg) [ Print Recipe](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wprm_print/hibachi-zucchini-recipe-japanese-steakhouse-style) - 5 from 2 votes ## Hibachi Zucchini Recipe (Japanese Steakhouse Style) This **Japanese Steakhouse-style Hibachi Zucchini** comes together in 20 minutes using a few simple ingredients. Serve it on the side with your homemade Hibachi meal. Prep Time5 minutes minsCook Time15 minutes minsTotal Time20 minutes mins Course: Side DishCuisine: American, JapaneseDiet: Vegetarian Servings: 4 people Calories: 98kcal Author: [Neha Mathur](https://www.whiskaffair.com/about-me/) ### Ingredients 2 large zucchini green or yellow- 1 tablespoon oil- 2 tablespoons butter salted or unsalted, replace with oil for vegan- 1 teaspoon minced ginger- 1 teaspoon minced garlic- 1 cup sliced onions- 2 teaspoons soy sauce use tamari for gluten free- ¼ teaspoon salt- ¼ teaspoon black pepper powder- chopped scallion greens and toasted white sesame seeds for garnishingUS Customary - Metric ### Instructions - Rinse the zucchini and wipe them with a kitchen cloth. Discard ½-inch of the top and bottom. Cut them into 2-inch-long batons (batons are sticks cut about 8 mm in thickness).- **Note** – Do not peel the zucchini.- Heat oil and butter in a large wok over medium-high heat.- Add ginger and garlic and sauté for 4-5 seconds.- Add the zucchini and onions and saute for 1 minute.- Now add soy sauce, salt, and pepper powder, and mix well.- Cook uncovered for 6-8 minutes until the liquid released by the zucchini is evaporated and they are slightly charred, stirring frequently.- Do not overcook, otherwise the zucchini will become mushy. They should have a slight bite to them when perfectly cooked.- Garnish with chopped scallion greens and toasted white seeds and serve hot. ### Video ### Notes Choose a zucchini (courgette) that is dark green and firm to the touch. Avoid those with bruises or skin softness. You can replace green zucchini with yellow zucchini, too. ### Nutrition Calories: 98kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 373mg | Potassium: 497mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg