Zucchini Noodles | Zoodles Flavoured with Garlic and Soya Sauce

I have been a fan of Zucchini Noodles or Zoodles for a while now. Low in calorie, delicious and easy to make, these versatile vegetable noodles can be used any pasta based recipe; be it Italian, Asian, or even better fusion cuisine. This time around I made Zoodles with Soya Sauce and Garlic to savour Indo-Chinese flavours.

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I absolutely love noodles of all kinds but in recent times have found the traditional flour-based noodles to be a bit heavy of the stomach. In addition, I have been trying to moderate my diet and so salads are a big part of any meal. So Zucchini Noodles are the perfect dish for me; with these vegetable-based, I get to enjoy a noodle-based dish packed with flavour but light on the stomach. And I do not need to have a separate salad. 🙂

All you need to make Zoodles is Zucchini and a Julienne peeler. Of course, having a spiralizer would be great and give you longer noodles, but believe you me a Julienne peeler works just as well.

Cooking Zoodles

These noodles can be eaten raw or then can be stir-fried for a minute or two. The way I cook Zucchini Noodles is to just stir-fry them in a bit of olive oil or sesame oil (just about 1/2 tsp oil for 2 cup noodles) till they are translucent.

So far I have used Zoodles only in stir-fried dishes. I have not yet used Zucchini Noodles with sauces, and will update this post about using them with sauces soon.

Some Other Low Calorie Recipes You May Enjoy

• Jowar Methi Muthiya: A Gluten-Free Snack
• Spicy Roasted Phool Makhana
• Cauliflower Steak
• Beerakaya Kura | Andhra Style Ridge Gourd Curry | Turai ki Sabzi

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How To Make Zucchini Noodles Flavoured with Soya Sauce and Garlic

1. The Preparations
   1. Mix together 1.5 tsp Soy Sauce, 1/2 tsp Vinegar, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1/2 tsp chilli powder. Set aside.
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   2. Over medium heat, dry roast 1 tsp sesame seeds till they start to pop and change colour. Set aside.
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   3. Chop 4 to 5 cloves of garlic. You will need about 1.5 tsp finely chopped garlic. 
2. Making Zucchini Noodles
   1. Chop the ends off 2 large Zucchini (~400 gms).
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   2. Using a Julienne peeler, cut the 2 large Zucchini (about 400 gms) into thin strips. If you have a sharp knife, and the skills to match, you can even chop the Zucchini into thin noodles.
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   3. In a large pan, over medium flame, heat 1 tsp sesame oil (or olive oil).
   4. Add 1.5 tsp finely chopped garlic and stir-fry till they are light golden brown.
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   5. Now add the Zucchini Noodles and stir-fry with a gentle hand till they become translucent.
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   6. Turn off the heat, and immediately add the sauce and some salt, if need; and mix well.
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   7. Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and chilli flakes.
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3. Serve the warm Garlicky Zoodles immediately. 

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Recipe for Garlicky Zoodles or Zucchini Noodles with Chinese Flavours

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Zoodles | Zucchini Noodles with Chinese Flavours

Aruna

I used soy sauce and garlic to add a touch of Chinese flavours to these Zucchini Noodles (or Zoodles, as they are popularly called). The result was a garlicky, tangy dish that made for a light meal when paired with a clear soup.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Lunch, Snack

Cuisine Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings 2 People

Calories 74 kcal

Equipment

• Julienne Peeler OR Spiralizer (See Notes)
• Small Bowl
• Plate
• Wok or Frying Pan
• Spatula

Ingredients

  

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• 2 Zucchini Large (~400 gms)
• 1 tsp Sesame Seeds
• 1/2 tsp Chilli Flakes
• 1.5 tsp Garlic
• 1 tsp Sesame Oil
• Salt as Needed

For Sauce

• 1.25 tsp Soya Sauce
• 1/4 tsp Vinegar
• 1 tsp Brown Sugar
• 1/2 tsp Red Chilli Powder

Instructions

 

The Preparations

• Mix together 1.25 tsp Soy Sauce, 1/2 tsp Vinegar, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1/2 tsp chilli powder. Set aside.
• Over medium heat, dry roast 1 tsp sesame seeds till they start to pop and change colour. Set aside.
• Chop 4 to 5 cloves of garlic.

  Note: You will need about 1.5 tsp finely chopped garlic.

Making Zucchini Noodles

• Using a Julienne peeler, cut the 2 large Zucchini (about 400 gms) into thin strips.
• In a large pan, over medium flame, heat 1 tsp sesame oil (or olive oil).
• Add 1.5 tsp finely chopped garlic and stir-fry till they are light golden brown.
• Now add the Zucchini Noodles and stir-fry with a gentle hand till they become translucent.
• Turn off the heat, and immediately add the sauce and some salt, if needed. Mix well.
• Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and chilli flakes.
• Serve the warm Garlicky Zoodles immediately.

Notes

If you have a sharp knife, and the skills to match, you can even chop the Zucchini into thin noodles.

Nutrition

Calories: 74 kcalCarbohydrates: 10 gProtein: 3 gFat: 3 gSaturated Fat: 1 gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1 gMonounsaturated Fat: 1 gSodium: 243 mgPotassium: 566 mgFiber: 3 gSugar: 7 gVitamin A: 697 IUVitamin C: 37 mgCalcium: 52 mgIron: 1 mg

Keyword Zoodles, Zucchini

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