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Gyudon (Japanese Beef Rice Bowl)
Main Dish

Gyudon (Japanese Beef Rice Bowl)

Sweet and savory beef and onions simmered together. A classic Japanese rice bowl that's quick and filling.

Prep 10 minCook 15 minServes 2Easy

Ingredients

  • 250g thinly sliced beef (ribeye or chuck)
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 100ml dashi stock (or water with 1/2 tsp dashi powder)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons mirin
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 bowls steamed rice
  • 2 eggs (optional, for topping)
  • Pickled red ginger (beni shoga), for garnish

Watch How to Make It

Instructions

  1. 01Combine dashi stock, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar in a skillet. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  2. 02Add onion slices and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  3. 03Spread the beef slices over the onions. Simmer for 5-6 minutes, skimming any foam.
  4. 04If using eggs, crack them into the pan and cover. Cook for 1-2 minutes until whites are just set.
  5. 05Scoop rice into bowls. Spoon the beef, onions, and sauce over the rice.
  6. 06Top with pickled red ginger and serve immediately.