Homemade Hibachi Recipe
This homemade hibachi recipe has been a staple in my house for some time now, and it was finally time, after months of perfecting it, to write it down and share my tips for success! This dish has all of my favorite components to a delicious dinner at home — fresh vegetables and tender chicken, both with a beautiful char and rich sauce. Plus, this is an easily customizable recipe to tailor to what you have on hand or what your family likes best! You can substitute the vegetables or meat for almost anything and have an amazing, flavorful meal. Here are a few keys I’ve determined to make this recipe flawless every time:
Use chicken thighs. This will ensure you have a delicious and moist final product.
Only use the freshest vegetables you can find, such as zucchini, onions, and mushrooms.
Cook everything at a high temperature to get that signature char we love so much about hibachi.
Don’t step away because everything can burn quickly when cooking at a high temperature. This should be no problem since not only is hibachi delicious, but the process of cooking it is fun as well!
Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point. Since you’re cooking everything at such a high heat, use a neutral oil that heats to a high temperature without smoking.
Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. I observed chefs at our local hibachi restaurant finish their dishes this way, and it has been a must ever since I tried it! The squeeze of lemon juice adds the perfect amount of acid to the recipe so that everything shines.
How to serve homemade hibachi at home? I recommend serving this homemade hibachi recipe over freshly steamed white or brown rice and delicious spicy mayo. The tang and richness from the spicy mayo pair deliciously with the fresh vegetables and moist chicken thighs.
What cut of chicken is best for making homemade hibachi? I recommend using chicken thighs when making hibachi at home because they have a delicious richness to them and do not dry out easily. When making this hibachi recipe, I recommend cooking all of the ingredients at a high heat to get the signature char that makes hibachi so craveable. Because of this technique, if you use a low-fat cut of chicken like breasts, the meat can dry out rather quickly. Chicken thighs are the perfect cut of meat to choose to create fresh hibachi at home.
What vegetables go well with this homemade hibachi recipe? The classic choices for vegetables in a hibachi dish are zucchini, onion, and mushrooms. However, almost any vegetable will be delicious when prepared in this recipe. My favorite additions are broccoli, carrots, and snow peas. The best choice of vegetables will always be the one that looks freshest in the grocery store, regardless of what type of vegetable you’re choosing, so always prioritize this when making your selection!
Be sure to serve this homemade hibachi alongside a delicious spicy mayo, recipe linked here:
How to make homemade hibachi:
Homemade Hibachi Recipe
This is your go-to guide for making hibachi at home, including ingredients, tips, and tricks to make a delicious hibachi dinner full of fresh vegetables every time.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp neutral oil (such as canola or avocado oil, anything with a high smoke point)
- 1lb chicken thighs
- 3 medium zucchini
- 1 medium onion
- 8 oz mushrooms
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- Juice from 1/2 lemon
- 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
Instructions
- Preheat a large pan over high heat for 5-10 minutes, until it’s very hot. Pre-heating your pan is key to avoiding having the chicken and vegetables stick during the cooking process.
- Meanwhile, cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and add the chicken and oil to the skillet. Brown the chicken on both sides and set it aside on a plate.
- Slice the mushrooms and onion and add them to the skillet. Sauté the vegetables until they’re tender, browned, and the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, chop the zucchini into ½ inch pieces. Once the mushrooms and onion have browned, add the zucchini to the pan and sauté it until it’s well browned but not mushy. This happens quickly, so don’t walk away!
- Add the ginger, soy sauce, lemon, butter, and chicken to the pan. Toss until everything is coated in the delicious sauce.
- Serve over rice and alongside spicy mayo.
