Benihana Fried Rice
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups rice)
at least one day old (or dried out in fridge
- 1 carrot
medium, chopped
- 3 scallions
chopped
- 1/4 onion
chopped
- 3 cloves garlic
minced
- 2 tbsp garlic butter
see below
- 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 1/4 tsp sugar
- 1/4 tsp msg
optional
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 lb shrimp
can sub with any protein of choice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 1 tsp neutral oil
I used avocado oil
- 1/2 cup butter
softened
- 3 tsp light soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic
grated
Directions
- 1
Cook your rice the night before and leave uncovered in the fridge to dry overnight or up to a day for best results.
- 2
Soften 1/2 cup of butter and grated 3 cloves of garlic and add light soy sauce. Mix to combine and keep in the fridge to firm up until ready to use.
- 3
Marinate your protein of choice with salt, white pepper and 1/2 tsp of neutral oil, then chop your carrot, onion, scallions and mince your garlic and set aside.
- 4
In a pan over high heat, add 1 tbsp of oil and cook your protein, adding 1 tbsp of garlic butter for additional flavor. Remove and set aside.
- 5
In the same pan, heat 3 tbsp of oil and fry your garlic for 15 seconds followed by your carrots, onions, and scallions for 1-2 minutes. Add your rice and continue frying, separating and combining until relatively dry (2-3 minutes).
- 6
Push the rice to the side and add 1 tbsp of oil, then fry 2 eggs and cook until 90% done. Mix into the rice. Season with light soy sauce, white pepper, sugar, salt, msg, and 2 tbsp of garlic butter. Mix and fry for 1-2 more minutes and enjoy!
Benihana Fried Rice
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About this Recipe
Craving that signature, irresistible flavor of Benihana's famous fried rice without leaving your kitchen? This recipe brings the authentic restaurant experience right to your home, delivering a dish that's just as good, if not better, than your takeout favorite.
Why This Benihana Fried Rice Works
The magic truly lies in the soy garlic butter, a special blend that infuses every grain of rice with an unparalleled savory depth. Unlike typical fried rice, this homemade garlic butter is the secret weapon, transforming simple ingredients into a dish bursting with umami. Plus, using day-old rice ensures a perfectly fluffy, non-soggy texture, a crucial element for excellent fried rice.
When you dive into this Benihana-style fried rice, you can expect a harmonious blend of savory, slightly sweet, and aromatic flavors. Each bite offers tender, perfectly cooked shrimp alongside subtly crisp vegetables like carrots, scallions, and onions, all coated in that rich, irresistible garlic butter sauce. The texture is key here: distinct, separated grains of rice, never mushy, providing a satisfying chew with every forkful. It's a remarkably comforting and flavorful dish that feels special, yet is surprisingly easy to achieve.
This recipe is incredibly versatile, allowing you to tailor it to your preferences. While shrimp is a fantastic choice, feel free to substitute with any protein of your liking, such as chicken, beef, or even tofu for a vegetarian option. For those sensitive to MSG, it's completely optional; the dish will still be incredibly flavorful without it, thanks to the potent garlic butter and soy sauce blend.
This fried rice is perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal for two or an impressive dish to share with a friend. Serve it hot as a standalone main course, allowing its rich flavors to truly shine. The vibrant colors from the carrots and scallions make for a beautiful presentation, too.