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Homemade Hibachi

Enjoy a quick and flavorful homemade hibachi that brings the taste of Japanese cooking to your kitchen, customizable with your choice of proteins and vegetables.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast or shrimp
  • 2 cups sliced vegetables (such as zucchini, bell peppers, and carrots)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 3 cups cooked rice Jasmine or sticky rice works best.
  • to taste sesame seeds for garnish
  • to taste green onions for garnish

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken or shrimp and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Push the protein to one side of the skillet, then add the sliced vegetables to the empty side.
  4. Stir fry the vegetables until tender.
  5. Add the garlic and ginger to the skillet, stirring everything together.
  6. Pour the soy sauce over the mixture and stir to combine.
  7. Serve the stir-fried chicken/shrimp and vegetables over the cooked rice.
  8. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Notes

Use a variety of colorful vegetables for a more appealing dish. Don’t crowd the pan while cooking for even cooking and a nice sear. Experiment with different proteins like beef or tofu. You can add teriyaki sauce for a different flavor twist.