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You can whip up hibachi noodles for a fraction of the cost! These noodles are sautéed in a heavenly mix of butter, garlic, soy sauce, and teriyaki sauce, making them incredibly creamy and packed with flavor. Honestly, the secret ingredient is definitely the butter—it makes the noodles so rich and indulgent! You can use Yakisoba noodles, but linguine works just as well if that’s what you have on hand. In just 20 minutes, you can have a delicious, restaurant-quality dish that’s perfect for any night of the week—grab your chopsticks and enjoy!
Hibachi noodles are so tasty and make a wonderful lunch, dinner or side dish. This recipe is just like the hibachi noodles you get at a Japanese steakhouse.
Also try hibachi chicken, Thai drunken noodles, crispy rice salad, beef noodles with mushrooms, chicken pad Thai, and chicken lo mein.
Why You’ll Love It
Quick and easy: 20 minutes or less is all it takes to make restaurant-style Hibachi noodles.
Delicious leftovers: They’re even better the next day heated up with a little butter and soy sauce
Family-friendly: Even kids will love this recipe.
Hibachi Noodles Ingredients
A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Linguine, yakisoba or soba noodles: Linguine works or your noodle or choice like soba noodles. You can find these in the Asian aisle of larger grocery stores or order some online. (I really like these!)
Butter: For richness.
Garlic: Feel free to throw in extra.
Soy sauce: You can add a salty flavor with light or dark soy sauce.
Teriyaki sauce: For sweetness.
Ground ginger: Such a delicious spice.
Rice wine vinegar: For a tang that balances out the sweet and salty flavors.
Toasted sesame oil: Always good in hibachi noodles.
How to Make Japanese Steakhouse Noodles
For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.
Cook the noodles: Boil the noodles until al dente and then drain.
Sauté the garlic: Melt the butter in a large wok and sauté the garlic. Add the cooked noodles and toss.
Add the remaining ingredients: Add the soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, ground ginger, rice wine vinegar, salt, pepper, sesame oil, and remaining tablespoon of butter. Toss and continue to cook until fully combined.
Garnish and serve: Serve immediately garnished with green onions if liked.
Substitutions and Variations
Gluten-free option: If you want a gluten free version, use gluten free noodles and ensure your soy sauce has no wheat flour in it.
Hibachi noodles: You have several options here if you can’t find hibachi noodles. You could use udon noodles, rice noodles, soba noodles, ramen noodles, or even make hibachi noodles if you’re feeling brave! If preferred, you can sub linguine pasta instead.
Add some veggies: Sliced broccoli, mushrooms, yellow onions, or zucchini would work.
Ground ginger: If you have fresh ginger, freshly grated ginger is always good. I’d suggest about a teaspoon.
Nice and spicy: Add a pinch of chili powder or minced chilies, and offer hot sauce at the table.
Rice wine vinegar: Use white wine vinegar or lemon juice instead.
Use a prepared sauce: A readymade teriyaki sauce or soyaki sauce can be used instead of making your own.
Add some crunch: Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving. You could also add some toasted cashews to your hibachi noodles.
Extra sweetness: Add a pinch of brown sugar.
Vegan version: Swap the butter for coconut oil.
Serving Suggestions
As a side dish: Pair hibachi noodles with hibachi shrimp or hibachi steak, as an alternative to hibachi rice. Don’t forget the eel sauce or sweet and sour sauce!
As the main course: Top your hibachi noodles with a protein such as chicken, beef, tofu, or pork, or pair it with an Asian chicken salad.
How to Store Easy Hibachi Noodles
Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and eat within 3 days.
Freeze: You can freeze these in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Thaw: Defrost it in the refrigerator overnight.
Reheat: Add a little butter to a skillet and reheat the noodles until warm. For more flavor, add a splash of soy sauce or teriyaki sauce.
Top Tips
Don’t make hibachi noodles ahead: This recipe cooks so fast it’s best to make it fresh.
Al dente noodles: Boil the noodles to al dente because they will finish cooking in the wok or skillet.
Taste before serving: Taste to find out if the dish needs more soy sauce, sesame oil, salt and pepper, or vinegar to balance out the flavors.
Japanese Steakhouse Noodles FAQs
Yes, you can use kelp noodles or shirataki noodles in place of the yakisoba noodles. You could also use spiralized veggies.
No. If you prefer to avoid soy products, you can use coconut aminos in place of the soy sauce and a soy-free teriyaki sauce (I like this one).
A cast iron hibachi (teppanyaki) grill is used to make hibachi (teppanyaki) recipes such as this one. One of the reasons Japanese steakhouses are so popular is the hibachi experience with searing grill sounds and that amazing smell that makes your mouth water. However, this recipe achieves the same delicious flavors you know and love, using a large work or large skillet unless you happen to have a hibachi grill on hand!
Easy Hibachi Noodles Recipe
Hibachi Noodles
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 Pound linguine, or yakisoba noodles or soba noodles
- 3 Tablespoons butter
- 2 Cloves garlic, minced
- 4 Tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 Tablespoons teriyaki sauce
- 1 Teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 Tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- ¼ Teaspoon salt
- ½ Teaspoon black pepper
- 1 Tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- sliced green onions, for optional garnish
Instructions
- Cook the noodles to al dente in a large pot of boiling water and drain them.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large wok or skillet over a medium heat.
- Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the drained noodles and toss for 2 or 3 minutes.
- Add the soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, ground ginger, rice wine vinegar, salt and pepper, sesame oil, and remaining tablespoon of butter.
- Toss and cook until everything is warmed through.
- Garnish with green onions and serve immediately.
Notes
Al dente noodles: Boil the noodles to al dente because they will finish cooking in the wok or skillet.
Taste before serving: Taste to find out if the dish needs more soy sauce, sesame oil, salt and pepper, or vinegar to balance out the flavors.
Nutrition
If you’re looking for those unmistakable Japanese steakhouse flavors, you are going to love this hibachi noodles recipe. Expect rich-flavored and delicious noodles with all those amazing flavors – garlic, butter, ginger, sesame, soy sauce, and more. One of the most versatile hibachi recipes, these noodles can be served with any kind of meat, poultry or fish and you can whip them up in just 20 minutes.
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These tasted just like the restaurant version! I love how the butter adds richness.