Description
This Hibachi Shrimp recipe features succulent shrimp sautéed in a buttery, garlic-infused Asian-inspired sauce. With a quick stir-fry method, the shrimp are cooked perfectly in just 5 minutes, coated in a rich blend of soy, teriyaki, and optional sesame oil for an authentic hibachi flavor. Ideal served hot alongside hibachi rice, noodles, or vegetables for a delicious, restaurant-quality meal at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Cooking
- 1 lb. raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
Sauce
- 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 1/2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce or mirin
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, teriyaki sauce (or mirin), and pepper to create the flavorful hibachi sauce. Set it aside for later use.
- Sauté Garlic: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Stir quickly to mix it well with the garlic and butter, ensuring even cooking.
- Add Sauce: Pour the prepared hibachi sauce over the shrimp. Toss everything thoroughly so the shrimp are fully coated in the sauce.
- Stir-Fry Shrimp: Continue stir-frying for approximately 5 minutes or until the shrimp are opaque, cooked through, and the sauce has slightly thickened and reduced.
- Finish and Serve: Optionally drizzle the sesame oil over the cooked shrimp to add a nutty aroma. Serve hot with hibachi-style rice, noodles, or vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- The shrimp cooks quickly—about 5 minutes—so keep an eye to avoid overcooking which can make them rubbery.
- For a milder garlic flavor, reduce minced garlic to 1/2 teaspoon or add it according to your preference.
- Use fresh shrimp for the best texture and taste, but frozen shrimp can be used if thoroughly thawed and patted dry before cooking.
- Sesame oil is optional but highly recommended for authentic flavor and aroma.
- This dish pairs perfectly with hibachi rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables to complete the meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 lb shrimp with sauce
- Calories: 273
- Sugar: 2.6 g
- Sodium: 835.9 mg
- Fat: 7.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4.2 g
- Fiber: 0.1 g
- Protein: 47.4 g
- Cholesterol: 380.2 mg
