Steak & Shrimp Hibachi with Fried Rice

🍤 Hibachi-Style Fried Rice Bowl with Yum Yum Sauce

A Japanese steakhouse-inspired feast — sizzling meat, veggies, fried rice, and creamy Yum Yum sauce.

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📋 Ingredients

🍶 For the Yum Yum Sauce:

• 1 cup mayonnaise (or ½ mayo + ½ plain yogurt)

• 2 tbsp tomato paste or ketchup

• 1 tbsp honey

• 2 tsp rice vinegar

• 2 garlic cloves, finely minced or grated

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• Water, as needed

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

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🍚 For the Fried Rice:

• 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)

• 2 tbsp butter or olive oil

• 1 cup frozen mixed veggies

• 3–4 eggs, beaten

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp sesame oil

• 2 tsp oyster sauce (optional)

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

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🍖 For the Sautéed Veggies & Meat:

• Steak, sliced into bite-sized cubes

• Shrimp, deveined and tails removed

• 1 zucchini, chopped

• 1 sweet onion, chopped

• Olive oil, for cooking

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

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👨‍🍳 Instructions

🔥 To Make the Yum Yum Sauce:

1. In a bowl, combine mayonnaise (or yogurt mix), tomato paste, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and smoked paprika.

2. Whisk until smooth, then thin with a little water to your preferred consistency.

3. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate while you cook.

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🍳 To Make the Fried Rice:

1. In a large cast iron skillet or griddle, melt butter over medium-high heat.

2. Add rice and sauté for 3–4 minutes, breaking up any clumps.

3. Push the rice to the sides and pour the beaten eggs into the center. Scramble the eggs, then stir them into the rice with the veggies.

4. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, and oyster sauce (if using). Stir well and cook for another 4–5 minutes until slightly crispy.

5. Transfer the fried rice to a plate and keep warm.

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🥩 To Sauté the Veggies & Meat:

1. Drizzle more oil on the skillet or griddle. Add steak, shrimp, zucchini, and onions.

2. Work in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding.

3. Season with salt and pepper. Sauté everything for 8–10 minutes, until the steak is browned, shrimp is pink, and veggies are tender.

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🍽️ To Serve:

Plate the fried rice with sautéed meat and vegetables on top. Drizzle generously with yum yum sauce or serve it on the side for dipping.

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💡 Pro Tips

• Day-old rice works best — it's drier and crisps up beautifully.

• For extra flavor, marinate the steak in soy sauce and garlic 15 minutes before cooking.

• Substitute tofu or mushrooms for a vegetarian version.

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🍷 Perfect Pairings

• Cold green tea or ginger ale

• Light Japanese beer (like Sapporo)

• Side of miso soup or a cucumber salad

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❓FAQs

Can I prep this ahead?
Yes! Cook the rice and prep the sauce/meat/veggies in advance. Stir-fry everything when ready to eat.

Can I use chicken instead of steak and shrimp?
Absolutely. Thinly sliced chicken breast or thigh works great.

Is the Yum Yum Sauce spicy?
No — it’s creamy, slightly tangy, and kid-friendly. Add sriracha if you want heat.