DIY Benihana Recipes You Can Make at Home (2024)

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Benihana Fried Rice

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Feel free to combine this fried recipe with one of the steak or chicken recipes included on this list.

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Cook 1 cup of rice according to the directions on the outside of its package. Place 5 tbsp. of butter into a large skillet. Add in onions, carrots and scallions and saute until the carrots become translucent. Remove ingredients from pan and set aside. Next, please 3 tbsp. of sesame seeds in a shallow pan and place in oven. Bake until they are golden brown in color, approximately 10 to 15 minutes.

Make sure to shake the pan a few times to insure the seeds are evenly colored. Beat 5 eggs in a bowl and pour into a greased skillet. Scramble eggs. Next, add in the cooked rice, vegetables and sesame seeds. Add in 5 tbsp. of soy sauce, salt and pepper, to taste.

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Benihana Onion Soup

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This recipe is a bit more time-consuming, but still worth the effort.

Combine 4 cups of canned chicken broth and two cups of water in a large saucepan and cook over high heat. While the broth and water are cooking, chop one white onion in half. Set one half off to the side and chop the second half coarsely. Also coarsely chop up 1/2 a carrot and a 1/2 celery stalk. Add the onions, carrots and celery into the saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for approximately 10 minutes or until the onions begin to turn translucent. Once ten minutes are up, remove the vegetables with a slotted spoon. Keep the soup on low heat.

While the broth is simmering, heat one cup of oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Slice the second half of the onion into thin slices and separate each piece. Dip each into one cup of milk and then in 1 cup of all-purpose flour. Fry the onions, a small handful at a time, until they are a golden brown color. Place them on a paper towel to drain.

Spoon soup into a bowl. Drop a few pieces of onion into the bowl. Add in about six to eight thin-sliced mushrooms. Allow them to sink to the bottom of the bowl before eating, approximately one minute.

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Benihana Ginger Salad Dressing

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This dressing is delicious on top of a salad.

Combine the following ingredients in a blender: 1/2 cup of minced onion, 1/2 cup of peanut oil, 1/3 cup of rice vinegar, 2 tbsp. of water, 2 tbsp. of minced fresh ginger, 2 tbsp. minced celery, 2 tbsp. of ketchup, 4 tsp. of soy sauce, 2 tsp. of sugar, 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice, 1/2 tsp. of minced garlic, 1/2 tsp. salt and 1/2 tsp. of black pepper. Blend on the highest speed for approximately 30 second or until ginger is well-pureed. Store in refrigerator when done.

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Benihana Magic Mustard Sauce

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This is a yummy dipping sauce that almost any type of meat or seafood tastes good in.

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Place 1 tbsp. of sesame seeds in a shallow pan and place in oven. Toast for about 10 to 15 minutes, until the sesame seeds are golden brown. Make sure to toss the seeds a couple times to insure the seeds are evenly colored.

In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp. of dry mustard and 2 tbsp. of hot water. The mixture will form a paste. Place the paste into a blender with the toasted sesame seeds, 3/4 cup of soy sauce and 1/4 cup of crushed garlic. Blend on the highest setting for about one minute. Remove and place in a bowl. Add in heavy cream, previously whipped, and blend together.

Store in refrigerator.

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Benihana Shrimp Sauce

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Here's another simple but yummy sauce.

Combine 2 cups of mayonnaise, 1/2 cup of water, 1 tsp. of sugar, 1/4 tsp. of salt, 1 tbsp. of garlic juice, 3-4 tsp. of ketchup, 1 tsp. of ground ginger, 1 tsp. of hot sauce, 1 tsp. dry mustard, t tsp. of paprika and 3/4 tsp. of white pepper in a bowl. Whisk until well blended and then add into shrimp.

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Benihana Hibachi Chicken

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Like Hibachi steak, this chicken goes well with rice.

Heat 1 tbsp. of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place 1 1/2 lbs. of bite-size boneless chicken pieces and mushrooms into skillet and cook until chicken is no longer pink, about 8 minutes. Add in 2 tbsp. of lemon juice and 2 tbsp. of sesame seeds. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.

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DIY Benihana Recipes You Can Make at Home (2024)

FAQs

What brand of rice does Benihana use? ›

Japanese restaurants like Benihana and Shogun typically serve a type of short-grain rice known as "Calrose rice" or simply "Japanese rice." Calrose rice is a medium- to short-grain rice variety that is commonly used in Japanese cuisine.

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What is the best rice for fried rice? ›

The fine, long grains of jasmine rice with its delicate flavour are perfect for fried rice. Precook the rice at least 30 minutes, but preferably one day, before making fried rice and keep it uncovered in the fridge.

What do you cook on a hibachi grill? ›

Hibachi grills can be used to cook a wide variety of food items, including beef, prawns, fish, quail and various vegetables. Cooking your food for the right amount of time and amplifying the flavours with more than salt and pepper are the key things to play around with.

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Why does Benihana fried rice taste so good? ›

Once the rice is mature, each grain is harvested and carefully dried to maintain an ideal moisture level. This ensures perfect, tender and fluffy Benihana rice once it's cooked by our master teppanyaki chefs. At Benihana, creating classic flavors that guests crave means using quality ingredients for each recipe.

What do hibachi chefs squirt on rice? ›

What sauce do hibachi chefs use on rice? If you've been to a hibachi restaurant, you've no doubt seen the unlabeled plastic squirt bottles they use to season all the food. These bottles contain a variety of oils and a soy sauce or soy sauce blend that gives hibachi food its distinct flavor.

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Why does hibachi rice taste different? ›

Chinese fried rice is made in a wok, over an open flame, turned up to Gates Of Hell levels of heat. As much as 750 degrees Fahrenheit. That compares with about 450 degrees in the center of a teppan (the correct word for what Americans call a hibachi). Because of that heat, the rice is stirred and tossed constantly.

What's the difference between hibachi rice and fried rice? ›

About Hibachi Fried Rice

It is like classic fried rice, plus the savory flavor from lots of butter. The Japanese word Hibachi means “fire bowl.” It is also called Teppanyaki-style cooking. Traditionally, this cooking style refers to an open-top ceramic bowl containing burning charcoal for heating purposes.

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Why is my fried rice mushy? ›

Poor-quality rice may have higher starch content, making it more susceptible to becoming mushy. Washing rice thoroughly in cold water until the water runs clear can help remove excess starch, which is especially important for achieving perfect fried rice.

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What oil is best for fried rice? ›

It is key to the authentic flavor of this dish. Peanut oil. this is another ingredient that adds authentic flavor to this recipe, but if you have a peanut allergy in your household you can substitute canola oil or additional sesame oil for the peanut oil.

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What flavor to add to fried rice? ›

To give your dish that signature fried rice taste, you'll need to drizzle in sesame oil and soy sauce, but feel free to use as much or as little as you wish. You can even mix in things like garlic powder, ginger root, or Sriracha sauce and chili pepper for a bit of a kick.

What kind of oil is used in hibachi cooking? ›

The top-secret cooking oil used by hibachi chefs is a combination of 4 basic ingredients; sesame oil, olive oil, mirin, and soy sauce. And to balance out all the butter, I add tons of veggies.

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What type of oil do they use for hibachi? ›

What kind of oil is used in Japanese hibachi restaurants? Any good oil, such as peanut oil, will do, but you may want to add 10% or more Chinese or Japanese sesame oil to get a more authentic taste. Tempura oil from Japan is occasionally available in the Japanese market. It is expensive and unnecessary.

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Does Benihana use safflower oil? ›

Benihana uses Safflower Oil – I opted for Canola Oil. I'm not one to buy a special oil for one recipe. More on this in the tips & tricks below.

What oil do teppanyaki chefs use? ›

Soybean oil is typically used to cook the ingredients. Japanese-style teppanyaki may also use noodles (yakisoba) or cabbage with sliced meat or seafood (okonomiyaki), which are cooked using vegetable oil, animal fat, or a mixture.