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    Home » Recipes » Asian

    Beef Teriyaki Zucchini Noodles

    Published: Apr 1, 2018 · Modified: Dec 5, 2020 by Sherri · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

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    These easy Beef Teriyaki Zoodles are the perfect juicy, tender beef tossed with zucchini noodles in a simple, delicious homemade teriyaki sauce. It’s made with all natural ingredients and is ready in less than 30 minutes.

    I haven’t made a new zucchini noodles recipe in a while, have I?  I often rotate between Pesto Zoodles and these phenomenal Shrimp Zoodles in Thai Coconut Sauce or these Thai Chicken Zucchini Noodles with Spicy Peanut Sauce.

    beef strips and teriyaki zucchini noodles in a stainless steel pot

    I decided to make this beef teriyaki zoodles recipe this past weekend since beef teriyaki it is one of my daughters favorite things to order at any Chinese restaurant.  I love substituting zucchini noodles for pasta in any dish is a perfect low carb option.

    This is a super simple recipe that can be ready in 20 minutes!  So it’s great for busy nights where you want something healthy but don’t have a lot of time.

    I love making an easy teriyaki sauce and it’s the perfect sauce for zucchini noodles. This sauce is very similar to sauce I make for my Slow Cooker Chicken Teriyaki. I swapped out red wine vinegar for rice vinegar in this recipe. It’s so flavorful and healthier than any store bought option.

    beef strips and teriyaki zucchini noodles in a stainless steel pot

    The teriyaki sauce consists of coconut aminos (or soy sauce), honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic and a little corn starch for thickening.

    I did buy pre-cut stir fry beef this time as well to make it an even quicker prep.  It all comes together when you marinade the beef in the teriyaki sauce for bit before you cook it.  Then use the sauce mix in with the zucchini noodles after they have been added.

    I love the spiralizer attachment for the Ninja blender that I have. That thing will spiralize lots of different veggies.  You can also use a basic spiralizer as well.

    You can also serve this Beef Teriyaki over rice if you prefer. It is fabulous either way!

    beef teriyaki zucchini noodles recipe

    Beef Teriyaki Zucchini Noodles Ingredients

    For the sauce:

    Low-sodium soy sauce (gluten free tamari or coconut aminos for a paleo version)

    Honey or coconut sugar (or your choice of low calorie sweetener with amount adjusted according to your preference)

    Rice vinegar

    Garlic cloves, minced

    Grated ginger or ginger paste

    Corn starch (or tapioca starch or arrowroot powder for a paleo version)

    For the zoodles:

    Flank steak, sliced against the grain into ¼-inch thick slices

    Sesame oil

    Salt and black pepper, to taste

    Zucchini, cut into noodles using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler (blotting with a paper towel helps to absorb excess moisture)

     

    beef strips and teriyaki zucchini noodles in a stainless steel pot

    How to Make Zucchini Noodles with Beef and Teriyaki Sauce

    I combined the sauce ingredients in a glass measuring cup and stirred well until mixed thoroughly. Then I poured in over the meat that I had place in a bowl.

    I let that marinate for about 3o minutes.  (you can also mix the marinade early in the day and let it marinate for several hours)

    Then all you have to do is quickly spiralize the zucchini.  Cook the meat. (saving the marinade to make the awesome sauce.) After the meat is cooked, just simply sauté the zucchini real quick to your liking and add the remaining marinade and cook to thicken.

    So easy and quick!

    a pan full of zucchini noodles and strips of beef in a teriyaki sauce

    Teriyaki Beef Zoodles

    This beef teriyaki zoodles is a delicious, healthy meal with tender beef and homemade teriyaki sauce.
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American, Chinese
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 172kcal
    Author: Sherri Hagymas

    Ingredients

    For the sauce:

    • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce gluten free tamari or coconut aminos for a paleo version
    • 2 tablespoons honey or coconut sugar or your choice of low calorie sweetener with amount adjusted according to your preference
    • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
    • 2 garlic cloves minced
    • ½ teaspoon grated ginger or ginger paste
    • 1 tablespoon corn starch or tapioca starch or arrowroot powder for a paleo version

    For the zoodles:

    • 8 ounces flank steak sliced against the grain into ¼-inch thick slices
    • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
    • Salt and black pepper to taste
    • 4 medium zucchini cut into noodles using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler (blotting with a paper towel helps to absorb excess moisture)

    Instructions

    • In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients for the sauce.
    • Place steak in marinade and for about 20-30 minutes (or longer for more flavorful)
    • Spiralize the zucchini into noodles using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler.
    • Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet on medium high heat.
    • Using tongs, add beef (but not the liquid) to the skillet
    • Sear and brown for about 3 minutes, tossing often.
    • Transfer beef onto a plate.
    • Add the zucchini noodles to the pan.
    • Cook for 2-3 minutes until zucchini is just tender. Be careful not to overcook.
    • Stir in the beef and remaining sauce and turn cook on medium high and allow sauce to thicken.
    • Serve immediately and garnish with green onions, if desired.
    • ENJOY!!
    • Store in the refrigerator for up to four days.

    Notes

    Nutritional information includes honey

    Nutrition

    Calories: 172kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 578mg | Potassium: 733mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 390IU | Vitamin C: 35.6mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 1.9mg

    Nutritional Disclosure

    Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation.

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    1. ali

      April 25, 2018 at 8:33 am

      hi, made this last night and it was great. however I’m confused about where you used the 3 tbsp of oil that is listed under the zoodles. it was not used in the directions. thanks

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      • Sherri

        May 13, 2018 at 9:33 pm

        I am so sorry that I missed seeing this message until now!! Please accept my apologies! I actually decided not to include that oil in the recipe to save on calories. I completely forgot to take it out of the printable version. Thanks so much!!

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