This Beef Bowl (Gyudon) recipe features thinly sliced beef, onions, and a flavorful sweet and savory sauce that is served over a bowl of steamed rice. It's a popular dish in Japan and is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
- 1 lb thinly sliced beef (such as ribeye or sirloin)
- 2 onions, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/3 cup mirin
- 1/3 cup sake
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 cups cooked rice
- Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Pickled ginger (optional, for serving)
Directions
- In a medium-sized skillet, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar. Heat over medium heat until sugar is dissolved.
- Add sliced onions to the skillet and cook until they are soft and translucent.
- Add the sliced beef to the skillet and cook until it is no longer pink.
- Divide the cooked rice into bowls and top with the beef and onion mixture.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve with pickled ginger on the side.
- Enjoy your delicious Beef Bowl (Gyudon)!
Interesting Facts
Gyudon is a popular fast food dish in Japan and is often sold in chain restaurants.
The name 'Gyudon' comes from the Japanese words 'gyuniku' (beef) and 'donburi' (rice bowl).