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Hibachi Bowl with grilled chicken, shrimp, fried rice, and vegetables, served with chopsticks.

Hibachi Bowl – Easy, Flavorful, and Better Than Takeout!

This homemade Hibachi Bowl is a quick, easy, and delicious meal packed with grilled protein, savory fried rice, and fresh veggies. Skip the restaurant and make this authentic Japanese-inspired dish at home in just 30 minutes!

  • Total Time: 30 minute
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

For the Hibachi Chicken (or Steak/Shrimp):

  • 1 lb chicken breast (or steak/shrimp), cut into bite-sized pieces

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium recommended)

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

  • 1 tbsp butter

  • 1 tsp garlic (minced)

  • ½ tsp ginger (grated)

  • 1 tbsp teriyaki sauce (optional, for extra flavor)

For the Hibachi Fried Rice:

  • 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 1 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tsp sesame oil

  • 1 egg, scrambled

  • ¼ cup onion (finely chopped)

  • ½ cup peas and carrots mix

For the Hibachi Vegetables:

  • 1 cup zucchini (sliced into half-moons)

  • ½ cup mushrooms (sliced)

  • ½ cup onion (sliced)

  • 1 tbsp butter

  • 1 tbsp soy sauce

For the Yum Yum Sauce:

  • ½ cup mayonnaise

  • 1 tbsp ketchup

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • 1 tsp sugar

  • 1 tbsp butter (melted)

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tbsp water (to thin)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Hibachi Chicken (or Steak/Shrimp)

  1. Heat a large griddle or skillet over medium-high heat and add sesame oil.

  2. Add chicken/steak/shrimp and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. Add garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and butter, and sauté for another 2 minutes until fully cooked.

  4. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 2: Make the Hibachi Fried Rice

  1. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.

  2. Add onions, peas, and carrots, sauté for 2 minutes until soft.

  3. Push veggies to one side, then scramble the egg on the empty side.

  4. Add rice, soy sauce, and sesame oil, and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes.

Step 3: Sauté the Hibachi Vegetables

  1. In a separate pan, melt butter over medium-high heat.

  2. Add zucchini, mushrooms, and onion, then cook for 3–4 minutes.

  3. Drizzle with soy sauce, stir, and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 4: Prepare the Yum Yum Sauce

  1. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, paprika, sugar, garlic powder, melted butter, and water.

  2. Stir well and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Step 5: Assemble the Hibachi Bowl

  1. Add a generous serving of fried rice to a bowl.

  2. Top with hibachi chicken (or steak/shrimp) and sautéed vegetables.

  3. Drizzle with Yum Yum sauce, and enjoy your homemade Hibachi Bowl!

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a splash of teriyaki sauce to your protein.

  • Use day-old rice for the best fried rice texture.

  • Make it spicy! Add sriracha or red pepper flakes to the Yum Yum sauce.

  • Author: Tofaha
  • Prep Time: 15 minute
  • Cook Time: 15 minute
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-Frying, Grilling
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: ~450 kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

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