Benihana-Style Fried Rice
This Benihana-style fried rice is packed with flavorful veggies, scrambled eggs, and tender grilled chicken, just like at your favorite hibachi restaurant!
Equipment
- Large skillet or wok,
- spatula
- Knife and cutting board
- Small mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked and cooled white rice preferably day-old
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 eggs beaten
- ½ cup carrots diced
- ½ cup peas
- ½ cup onion finely chopped
- ½ cup grilled chicken diced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble until fully cooked.
- Remove and set aside.
- Add the remaining oil and butter to the pan, then sauté the onions, carrots, and peas for about 3 minutes until softened.
- Add the cooked rice to the pan and stir-fry for 2 minutes, breaking up any clumps.
- Stir in the grilled chicken (if using), scrambled eggs, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix well to combine.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Serve with a side of yum yum sauce or drizzle with extra soy sauce for added flavor.
Wine Advice:
Pairs well with a light, crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or a cold Japanese sake.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 320 kcal | Carbohydrates: 45 g | Protein: 10 g | Fat: 10 g | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 2 g | Salt: 1.2 g
