If you've ever left a Japanese steakhouse dreaming about sizzling beef and that signature savory garlic butter aroma, you're going to love this easy hibachi steak recipe. Skip the restaurant prices and make flavorful, tender hibachi beef right in your own kitchen.
Whether you're craving a quick weeknight meal or planning a DIY hibachi night at home, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort.
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Hibachi beef is a Japanese-American steakhouse favorite made by searing thin slices of steak on a high-heat griddle (called a "hibachi" grill). In modern Japanese steakhouses across the U.S., chefs cook hibachi-style beef on flat-top griddles, right in front of guests, often with flair and fire.
Easily create this dish at home on a flat top griddle or even a frying pan. No special equipment is required!
This Hibachi steak is inspired by my Bo Luc Lac (Vietnamese Shaken Beef), and Bulgogi Beef. Hibachi Beef is not complete without Hibachi Fried Rice and Yum Yum sauce!
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๐ Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Quick & easy โ Ready in under 20 minutes!
- Better than takeout โ Bold flavors, tender beef, and no mystery ingredients.
- One-pan meal โ Minimal cleanup with maximum flavor.
- Family-friendly โ Kids love the savory sauce and tender steak.
๐ฅ Hibachi Beef Recipe Ingredients
- Steak - I love using ribeye because of the flavor
- Soy sauce - Provides salty umami depth
- Garlic powder - Adds a mellow, aromatic punch
- Onion powder -Enhances flavor and richness
- Salt and pepper - Basic but essential
- Butter - Adds richness and helps create that classic hibachi sear
A full list of ingredients with exact amounts can be found on the recipe card below.
๐ Substitutions & Variations
- Beef cuts - Instead of ribeye feel free to use other cuts of beef
- Protein - use other proteins like chicken.
- Low-carb โ Serve with cauliflower fried rice or miracle rice.
- Surf and Turf โ Add shrimp for a true teppanyaki style combo
- Soy Sauce - Use Tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten free option low sodium soy sauce for less sodium.
๐ช How to make Hibachi Steak
- Step 1: Pat dry and cube the steak into 1" pieces. Season with Garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper
- Step 2: Heat a pan or griddle over high heat until itโs smoking hot and add oil. Sear 1-2 minutes on each side until browned.
- Step 3: Once the steak is cooked to your preference, add the butter and soy sauce and toss until combined.
- Step 4: Plate the steak and serve with fried rice and hibachi veggies, and enjoy!
Hint: Let your cubed steak sit at room temperature for 20โ30 minutes before cooking. Starting with room-temperature beef helps it cook more evenly and develop a better sear, locking in juicy flavor.
๐ก Recipe Pro tips
- Donโt overcrowd the pan - Cook in batches to get that beautiful sear.
- Use high heat - Hibachi beef should sizzle the second it hits the pan.
- Pat dry the steak - This helps the beef sear instead of steaming.
๐ญ Hibachi Steak Recipe FAQ
Hibachi steak is a Japanese-American dish made by searing small cubes of steak on a flat grill at very high heat. The result is a flavorful, caramelized crust and juicy center. The steak is seasoned with soy sauce, garlic, onion powder, butter, salt, and pepper.
The word "hibachi" originally refers to a traditional Japanese heating device: a portable container with an open grate, used for cooking over charcoal. In the U.S., "hibachi" has become shorthand for Japanese steakhouse "teppanyaki" is done on a large flat-top griddle known as aย teppan.
Soy sauce โ Provides salty umami depth
Garlic powder โ Adds a mellow, aromatic punch
Onion powder โ Enhances flavor and richness
Salt and pepper โ Basic but essential
Butter โ Adds richness and helps create that classic hibachi sear
Use tamari or a certified gluten-free soy sauce to make it gluten-free.
๐ซ Storage
Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezer: Freeze cooked hibachi beef for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
๐ Recipe Card
Perfect Hibachi Steak
Ingredients
- 1 lb Steak * See note 1 Cut into 1" cubes
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ยฝ teaspoon salt
- ยผ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- ยฝ tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon Cooking Oil Avocado oil or Vegetable oil works the best
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Instructions
- Trim off excess fat (if preferred) and cut the steak into 1-inch cubes. Pat dry with paper towels to remove moisture, this helps the beef sear instead of steam.1 lb Steak * See note 1
- Season the cubed steak with, Onion powder, Garlic Powder, Salt and Pepper1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ยฝ teaspoon salt, ยผ teaspoon black pepper
- Heat a large cast iron skillet or flat-top griddle over high heat until itโs smoking hot.
- Add oil to the hot skillet. Immediately add the steak cubes in a single layer. Do not overcrowdโwork in batches if needed.Let the beef sear undisturbed for 1โ2 minutes, then flip and cook another 1โ2 minutes on the other sides until browned and just cooked through.1 tablespoon Cooking Oil
- Turn the heat to medium. Add butter and soy sauce to the pan and stir to coat the beef. Let it melt and coat the steak for rich, savory flavor.1 tablespoon soy sauce, ยฝ tablespoon butter
- Transfer the steak to a serving plate and garnish with sliced green onions or sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately with hibachi rice and vegetables, or enjoy on its own.
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Food safety
- Use a meat thermometer if unsureโbeef should reach an internal temp of at least 135ยฐF.
- Avoid cross-contaminationโuse separate cutting boards for raw meat and vegetables.
- Store leftovers promptly (within 2 hours of cooking).
Sharon Nguyen says
I hope you try this easy Hibachi Steak ! This is one of our family favorites thats better than take out!