How to Make Beef Bowl (Gyudon) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Beef Bowl, also known as Gyudon in Japanese, is a popular and beloved dish in Japan. It is a comfort food that consists of thinly sliced beef and onions simmered in a savory and sweet sauce, served over a bowl of steamed rice. This dish is not only delicious and satisfying but also quick and easy to make, making it a perfect weeknight meal for anyone craving a taste of Japan.

The origins of Gyudon can be traced back to the late 19th century, when the dish was first introduced in Japan by ...

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups cooked rice
  • 6 tablespoons mirin (Japanese sweet wine)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sake
  • 1 onion, cut into wedges
  • 10 ounces beef, thinly sliced
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon pickled ginger (beni shoga), or to taste (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Divide rice evenly between 4 donburi bowls.
  • Bring mirin, soy sauce, and sake to a boil in a pot over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in beef; simmer until no longer pink and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Spoon beef and onion over rice using a slotted spoon.
  • Place eggs in the pot; bring to a boil. Cook until soft boiled, 5 to 7 minutes. Peel; add to bowls. Garnish with pickled ginger.
  • Nutrition

    448 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 223mg
    • Sodium: 786mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 56g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 57mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 344mg