Benihana may be the king of fried rice, but don’t let that stop you from making this Japanese staple at home. With a few simple ingredients, you can make this secret restaurant recipe at home. Make it with chicken or shrimp. Or a little bit of both! Benihana uses Safflower oil for their fried rice because it has a high smoke point.
You won’t get the best results by using freshly cooked rice. Oil: Benihana is known for using safflower oil. In fact, the word “benihana” loosely translates to “red safflower.” If you can’t find safflower oil, another neutral oil such as canola may be used.
This delicious garlicky, buttery Japanese Fried Rice is a low carb inspired healthy alternative to traditional fried rice. With only 5g net carbs per serving, it’s a great option for a quick lunch or dinner.
Add the garlic butter. Stir so that rice gets thoroughly coated in the garlic butter. Add in the vegetables, chicken, and egg. Stir well until combined. Season your fried rice with soy sauce, salt, and pepper (to taste). Top with sesame seeds.