Print

Gyudon (Beef Bowl)

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

A classic Japanese beef bowl featuring tender slices of beef and onions simmered in a sweet-savory soy sauce and mirin mixture, served over warm rice for a comforting, quick meal.

Ingredients

2 tbsp vegetable oil

1.1 lbs (500 g) thinly sliced beef (ribeye or sirloin preferred)

1 onion, thinly sliced

4 tbsp soy sauce

2 tbsp sugar (optional)

2 tbsp mirin

4 servings cooked rice

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add sliced onion and cook until soft and translucent.
  3. Add thinly sliced beef and cook until fully cooked through.
  4. Stir in soy sauce, sugar, and mirin, mixing until beef is coated and sauce is well combined.
  5. Remove from heat and serve beef mixture over bowls of hot cooked rice.

Notes

Thinly slice beef by partially freezing it for 30 minutes before cutting.

Add a beaten egg while simmering for extra richness.

Top with pickled ginger (beni shoga), scallions, sesame seeds, or a poached egg for garnish.

Substitute chicken for beef if preferred.

For spice, add chili oil or sprinkle shichimi togarashi before serving.

Nutrition