Benihana Extra Shrimp Side — Price, Calories & Details (2026)
Add Benihana Extra Shrimp to any order — price, calories, what’s included and whether it’s worth it.
What Is Extra Shrimp (Side)?
Still hungry after your hibachi dinner? The extra shrimp side adds a generous portion of plump shrimp grilled on the teppan with garlic butter, lemon and Benihana’s signature seasonings. It is the single most popular add-on in the restaurant — shrimp is the protein guests most often wish they had ordered more of.
At about $11.95, the side portion is smaller than a full hibachi shrimp entree but plenty for topping up fried rice or sharing across the table. The shrimp arrive sizzling with the same theatrical flair as the main courses.
Extra Shrimp (Side) Ingredients
- Shrimp
- Garlic butter
- Lemon juice
- Soy sauce
- Salt and pepper
- Sesame seeds (garnish)
Extra Shrimp (Side) Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount (per serving) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 180 |
| Total Fat | 8g |
| Saturated Fat | 4g |
| Cholesterol | 220mg |
| Sodium | 640mg |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2g |
| Sugars | 0g |
| Protein | 24g |
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard restaurant preparation and may vary by location. Ask your local Benihana for their current official nutrition guide.
Copycat Extra Shrimp (Side) Recipe (Make It at Home)
Love Extra Shrimp (Side) but can’t get to Benihana? This copycat recipe captures the signature flavor at home.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper
- Sesame seeds and scallions, to garnish
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Melt butter in a ripping-hot skillet or on a griddle.
- Sear shrimp 90 seconds per side until pink and just opaque.
- Add garlic, toss 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Deglaze with soy sauce and lemon juice, tossing to coat.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and scallions; serve immediately.
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Extra Shrimp (Side) FAQs
Final Thoughts
The extra shrimp side is Benihana’s best-value protein boost — all the garlic-butter flavor of the entree at a friendlier price. Order it when the table wants just a little more.