Japanese Beef and Rice Bowl Gyudon

Savor the flavors of Japan with this irresistible Gyudon, a classic Japanese beef and rice bowl that combines tender slices of beef and sweet caramelized onions simmered in a savory-sweet sauce of soy sauce, mirin, sake, and dashi stock. This quick and comforting recipe, ready in just 30 minutes, is served over fluffy Japanese short-grain rice and topped with vibrant pickled red ginger, fresh green onion, and optional sesame seeds for an added touch of nuttiness. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy dinner, this one-bowl wonder is a delicious way to bring authentic Japanese flavors to your table. Gyudon is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, offering a balance of sweetness, umami, and richness that will keep you coming back for more.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 g thinly sliced beef (ribeye or sirloin)
• 1 large onion
• 1 thumb-sized piece ginger
• 4 tbsp soy sauce
• 3 tbsp mirin
• 2 tbsp sake
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 cup dashi stock
• 4 servings cooked Japanese short-grain rice
• 2 stalks green onions
• 4 tbsp pickled red ginger (beni shoga)
• 2 tsp sesame seeds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing all the ingredients. Thinly slice the onion into half-moons. Peel and julienne the ginger. Trim and finely slice the green onions for garnish.

Step 2

In a deep skillet or saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, and dashi stock. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the sliced onions and ginger to the simmering sauce. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the onions become soft and translucent.

Step 4

Add the thinly sliced beef to the skillet, separating the slices as you place them into the sauce. Simmer for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is cooked through and tender.

Step 5

While the beef is cooking, prepare four bowls of freshly cooked rice by dividing the rice evenly among them.

Step 6

Once the beef and onions are ready, spoon the mixture, including the sauce, over the bowls of rice.

Step 7

Garnish each bowl with sliced green onions, a small mound of pickled red ginger, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds if using.

Step 8

Serve the gyudon immediately while steaming hot. Enjoy this comforting and flavorful dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1686.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2242.1

Total Fat 85.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 280mg	0%
Sodium 3524.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 257.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 60.8g
Protein 102.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 228.3mg	0%
Iron 11.6mg	0%
Potassium 2138.3mg	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: 34.7%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 46.7%