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Hibachi-Style Fried Rice

Hibachi-Style Fried Rice

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Bring the taste of Japan home with this Hibachi-Style Fried Rice recipe! Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish combines perfectly cooked rice with vibrant vegetables and a savory soy-butter sauce. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a special dish to impress guests, this easy-to-follow recipe is highly customizable. Add your favorite proteins like shrimp or chicken, or enjoy it as a satisfying vegetarian meal. The delightful mix of flavors and colors makes it a hit with families, especially kids who love its tasty appeal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups cooked short-grain white rice (cold)
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup chopped carrots
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup diced white onion
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 23 tablespoons neutral oil (peanut, canola, or vegetable oil)
  • Optional: 2 teaspoons sesame oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare your rice by cooking it and chilling it in the fridge for at least one hour.
  2. In a small bowl, soften the butter and mix it with soy sauce.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat and scramble the egg until cooked. Set aside.
  4. Using the same skillet, sauté carrots, peas, and onion for about 4 minutes until tender.
  5. Heat another tablespoon of oil and stir-fry the cold rice for about 4–5 minutes until warmed through.
  6. Pour the butter-soy sauce over the rice and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Add back scrambled eggs and sautéed veggies; stir everything together before serving hot.

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