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Gyudon (Japanese Beef Bowl)

Gyudon (Japanese Beef Bowl)

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If you’re craving a quick and comforting meal, this Gyudon (Japanese Beef Bowl) recipe is your answer! In just 10 minutes, you can enjoy tender beef simmered in a savory-sweet sauce, served over fluffy rice. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, Gyudon invites everyone to gather around the table and savor every bite. With its customizable toppings and make-ahead convenience, this dish fits seamlessly into any meal plan. Whether you’re serving it plain or with vibrant garnishes like pickled ginger and sliced green onions, this Japanese comfort food will warm your heart and satisfy your hunger. Dive into a bowl of deliciousness today!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound thinly sliced beef ribeye or chuck eye
  • 1 large yellow onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1 cup water
  • 4 tablespoons mirin substitute (fruit juice or vinegar)
  • 3 tablespoons light sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon hondashi powder
  • 2 cups cooked white rice (hot)
  • Optional toppings: egg yolks, pickled red ginger, green onions

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine water, mirin substitute, soy sauce, sugar, and hondashi powder. Stir in the onions and cover; bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  2. Once simmering, layer the thinly sliced beef on top of the onions. Cook until the beef is no longer pink (about 3-5 minutes), skimming any scum that rises.
  3. Remove from heat and serve generous portions over hot cooked rice. Drizzle with sauce.
  4. Garnish with optional toppings like egg yolk and green onions.

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