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Gyudon (Japanese Beef Rice Bowl)

Gyudon is a quick and comforting Japanese beef bowl made with tender sliced beef, sweet onions, and fluffy rice, ready in under 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound thinly sliced beef ribeye, sirloin, or chuck works well
  • 2 large onions sliced into 1/4-inch half-moons
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup mirin sweet rice wine
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/4 cup beef or vegetable broth
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger minced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt and white pepper to taste
  • 4 cups cooked short-grain white rice sushi rice preferred
  • Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • wooden spoon or spatula
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Small bowl
  • Bowls for serving rice

Method
 

  1. Prepare the rice beforehand by cooking 4 cups of short-grain white rice and keeping it warm.
  2. Mix the soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and broth in a small bowl until sugar is dissolved.
  3. Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat and add vegetable oil.
  4. Add the sliced beef to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 60 to 90 seconds undisturbed until brown.
  5. Stir the beef and cook for another 60 seconds until fully cooked.
  6. Push the beef to one side and add minced garlic and ginger to the empty side, cooking for 15 seconds.
  7. Add sliced onions and sauté for 1 minute until they start to soften.
  8. Pour the sauce mixture over the beef and onions, stirring everything together.
  9. Let the mixture simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until onions are translucent and sauce thickens slightly.
  10. Serve the beef and onion mixture over cooked rice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Serve gyudon immediately while hot for the best flavor and texture.