Benihana Fried Rice Recipe (Authentic Teppanyaki Style at Home)

Published on May 6, 2025 | In By
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    • 4
    • 4 servings

Benihana fried rice is one of the most iconic dishes you can get at a Japanese steakhouse..  buttery, garlicky, fluffy, and full of umami. After reviewing the top-rated copycat recipes and studying teppanyaki techniques, we’ve crafted a method that delivers that exact restaurant-style experience at home. From the sizzling garlic butter to the perfect stir-fry texture, this recipe focuses on technique, heat control, and preparation to nail every bite. Whether you’re pairing it with grilled hibachi chicken or just enjoying it on its own, this is the only Benihana fried rice recipe you’ll ever need.

Tips 

  • Always use cold, day-old rice for the best texture.

  • Keep your wok or pan very hot to mimic the teppanyaki grill.

  • Let the soy sauce hit the pan before mixing because it intensifies the flavor.

  • Don’t skip the garlic butter it’s the heart of the Benihana flavor.

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups cold, cooked medium- or long-grain white rice (Jasmine or Calrose)
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 6 scallions (green onions), chopped
  • 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil (safflower, canola, or vegetable)
  • ¼ cup garlic butter (see below)
  • 1–2 tbsp soy sauce (Kikkoman preferred)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
  • Sesame seeds (optional)
  • Chicken or peas (optional)
  • FOR GARLIC BUTTER
  • ¼ cup softened unsalted butter
  • 2 tsp finely minced or roasted garlic
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • Optional: ½ tsp lemon juice, pinch of black pepper

Nutrition Info

  • ~420 kcal Calories

  • 12g Protein

  • 50g Carbohydrates

  • 18g Fat

  • 780mg Sodium

Instructions

  1. Make Garlic Butter
    Mix softened butter with garlic, soy sauce, and optional lemon juice and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Scramble Eggs
    In a hot wok or large pan, heat a little oil. Lightly scramble eggs until just set. Remove and reserve.
  3. Cook Vegetables
    Add more oil to the pan. Sauté onions and carrots until soft. Add scallions and garlic during the last 30 seconds.
  4. Fry the Rice
    Add remaining oil, then the rice. Break apart any clumps. Stir-fry until heated through and slightly crisp.
  5. Combine Everything
    Add in cooked eggs, sautéed vegetables, and half the garlic butter. Mix well. Drizzle in soy sauce and sesame oil.
  6. Finish & Serve
    Fry rice undisturbed for 1 minute to build a crispy layer. Taste and add more garlic butter or soy sauce as needed. Garnish with scallions or sesame seeds.

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