Get ready to explore the delicious world of garlic and butter, two ingredients loved by people all around the globe. These ingredients are like magic when combined and are the base for many tasty dishes. Today, we’re going to talk about Benihana, a famous Japanese restaurant known for its amazing garlic butter. This restaurant has perfected the art of mixing these ingredients, and that’s one reason they’re so popular.
If you’re a fan of Benihana, you’ll know that their garlic butter is something special. It’s creamy, savory, and makes your food taste incredible. While it’s hard to copy exactly, we’re here to help you make a creamy, savory, and slightly tangy garlic butter that’s almost as good.
This garlic butter is made from roasted garlic, black pepper, soy sauce, and a touch of lemon juice mixed with sweet, whipped butter. It’s the secret behind the unique flavor you find at Japanese steakhouses like Benihana. Join us as we reveal the secrets of this delicious treat and take your cooking to a whole new level.
The Story Behind the Recipe
The Benihana garlic butter recipe comes from a famous Japanese restaurant called Benihana, started by a man named Rocky Aoki in 1964 in New York City. At Benihana, they cook your food right in front of you on hot grills, which is a big part of the experience.
One special thing about Benihana is their garlic butter sauce. It’s served with meats, seafood, and veggies, making the food taste even better. Even though they keep the exact recipe a secret, lots of people have tried to make it at home, coming up with their own versions.
Because so many people love this sauce, it’s now used in all sorts of home-cooked recipes. People really want to enjoy the taste of Benihana’s garlic butter, even when they’re not at the restaurant.
How To Make Benihana Garlic Butter
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the soft butter, minced garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, sugar, and garlic powder if you have it. Stir well until everything is combined nicely.
- Now, put this mixture onto a piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Roll it up into a log shape and twist the ends to seal it. Or, if you prefer, you can use an airtight container.
- Pop your garlic butter into the fridge and let it chill for at least 1 hour until it gets firm.
- Once it’s nice and solid, take it out of the fridge. Slice off as much as you need for your meal.
- To use it, melt the garlic butter in a skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Stir it every so often until it turns into a smooth and creamy sauce.
- Now, you can use this yummy garlic butter sauce to cook up some tasty meats, veggies, or as a tasty topping for rice or noodles. Enjoy!
Ways to Enjoy Benihana Garlic Butter
Benihana garlic butter is like a flavor booster for lots of dishes. I love it so much that I use it in many of my recipes. It’s yummy with pork, makes fried rice taste even better, and you won’t believe how good it is on toast! This garlic butter makes almost any food taste great, even simple veggies. You can even try it with chicken. Just a little scoop of this garlic butter can make any meal or snack taste amazing in an instant. It’s a fast and easy way to make your dinner really tasty, especially when you’re not sure what to cook.
Proper Storage Tips for Benihana Garlic Butter
When you’ve made your tasty garlic butter, it’s important to keep it fresh. Use a container that seals tightly, like a Tupperware box. This keeps the butter from making your fridge smell like garlic.
For the best taste, try to use your garlic butter within a few days. Sometimes, if it sits in the fridge for a while, it can get a little lumpy because it’s cold. But don’t worry! You can fix it easily by adding 1-2 tablespoons of soft whipped butter and giving it a good mix. This simple trick will make your butter smooth and just as yummy as when you first made it.
