Simple Hibachi Fried Rice
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked and cooled rice
see notes
- 1 tablespoon EACH: grapeseed oil AND butter
or avocado
- 2 large eggs
lightly beaten
- ½ cup chopped onions
yellow or white
- 2 teaspoons grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
or GF tamari
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 scallion thinly sliced
for garnish
Directions
- 1
EGGS: Heat a large dutch oven, griddle, or wok over high heat until hot. Add the oil to the pan and allow it to heat through. Add the eggs (lightly beaten) to the skillet and scrambled them in the pan quickly, breaking up any large pieces. Remove the eggs to a bowl and set aside for later.
- 2
SAUTE: Add the butter to the skillet and allow it to melt. When melted, add the onions and cook them for 3-4 minutes or until softened. Add the grated ginger and give it 30 seconds before adding cooked rice and eggs back to the skillet. Stir everything to combine. Flatten the rice out into a thin layer and allow the rice to sizzle for 30 seconds untouched. Stir and then let sit again for 30 seconds. Alternating gives the rice time to heat through. You’ll notice the rice starts to sizzle and pop in the pan.
- 3
FINISH: Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil into the rice and allow it to sizzle and soak into the rice, stirring so it coats the rice evenly. When the sauce is absorbed and the rice is popping, it’s ready to serve. Sprinkle a chopped scallion on top (if desired) and serve!
Simple Hibachi Fried Rice
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About this Recipe
Craving the savory, satisfying flavors of your favorite hibachi restaurant without leaving home? This Simple Hibachi Fried Rice recipe brings that authentic experience right to your kitchen in just minutes.
Why This Recipe Works
This recipe shines by focusing on core techniques for incredible flavor and texture. The secret to perfectly fluffy, never-soggy fried rice lies in using cooked and cooled rice, which ensures individual grains rather than a clumpy mess. Combining both grapeseed oil and butter provides a rich foundation and ideal searing temperature, essential for that signature hibachi taste you love.
What to Expect
You can expect a wonderfully aromatic and savory dish, with each grain of rice lightly coated in a flavorful soy and toasted sesame oil blend. The grated ginger adds a fresh, zesty warmth, while the lightly beaten eggs and tender chopped onions provide a comforting texture throughout. This quick and easy recipe is designed to be effortlessly delicious, perfect for a busy weeknight meal that feels like a treat.
Customization & Variations
Feel free to customize this hibachi fried rice to your liking. Enhance it with additional vegetables like frozen peas or carrots for extra color and nutrition. For a more complete meal, serve it alongside sautéed chicken, steak, salmon, or shrimp. If you're avoiding gluten, GF tamari is an excellent alternative to low sodium soy sauce, delivering the same depth of flavor.
Serving & Context
This versatile fried rice makes an excellent side dish for almost any protein or a satisfying light main course on its own. Garnish with freshly sliced scallions for a bright pop of color and mild oniony finish.