Dairy-Free Beef Donburi

Savor the bold flavors of this Dairy-Free Beef Donburi, a comforting Japanese-inspired rice bowl that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Featuring tender strips of beef sirloin simmered in a savory umami-packed sauce made from soy sauce, mirin, sake, garlic, and ginger, this dish is both dairy-free and incredibly satisfying. The caramelized onions and lightly sweetened sauce create a harmonious balance, while freshly cooked jasmine rice serves as the perfect base to soak up all the rich flavors. Topped with crisp julienned carrots, vibrant green onions, and a sprinkle of nutty sesame seeds, this quick-and-easy donburi is ready in just 30 minutes and sure to impress. Ideal for anyone seeking a flavorful, dairy-free dinner option that doesn’t compromise on taste or texture.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Beef sirloin
• 60 milliliters Soy sauce
• 60 milliliters Mirin
• 2 tablespoons Sake
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 1 unit Garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 1 unit Onion, sliced
• 500 grams Cooked jasmine rice
• 2 units Green onions, sliced
• 1 unit Carrot, julienned
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
• 120 milliliters Water

Directions

Step 1

Slice the beef sirloin into thin strips and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the sauce.

Step 3

Heat a large pan over medium-high heat and add the sesame oil.

Step 4

Add the sliced onion to the pan and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until they become translucent.

Step 5

Increase the heat to high and add the beef slices to the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes until browned on all sides.

Step 6

Pour the prepared sauce over the beef, reduce the heat to medium, and add the water. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes, letting the sauce reduce slightly.

Step 7

Meanwhile, prepare your serving bowls by placing a portion of cooked jasmine rice in each.

Step 8

When the beef is cooked and the sauce has thickened slightly, remove from heat.

Step 9

Spoon the beef and sauce mixture over the rice in the serving bowls.

Step 10

Garnish each bowl with julienned carrot, sliced green onions, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1491.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2168.2

Total Fat 77.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.6g
Cholesterol 357.6mg	0%
Sodium 2680.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 219.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 57.4g
Protein 130.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 269.3mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 2594.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.2%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 41.9%