Japanese Gyudon

Asian · Japan

Japanese Gyudon

Tender beef and sweet onions simmered in a rich sweet-savory broth served over steamed rice.

25 min Easy Serves 4$5.51 estimated
Dairy-free
High-protein

Contains: Gluten, Soy

Ingredients

  • Beef

    400 g

    $3.20
  • Onions

    1 large

    $0.38
  • Sushi / Short-grain Rice

    350 g

    $0.84
  • Prepared Beef Broth

    250 ml

    $0.50
  • Soy sauce

    3 tbsp

    $0.13
  • Mirin (Sweet Rice Wine)

    2 tbsp

    $0.17
  • Japanese Cooking Sake

    1 tbsp

    $0.10
  • Granulated White Sugar

    1 tbsp

    $0.01
  • Ginger

    1 tsp

    $0.05
  • Spring onions

    2 stalks

    $0.14

Prices are estimates from our ingredient database and vary by market.

Preparation

  1. 1

    Thinly slice the beef and onion; finely grate the fresh ginger.

  2. 2

    In a wide saucepan or skillet, combine beef broth, soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, and grated ginger over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Bring the liquid to a simmer, then add the sliced onions. Cook for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.

  4. 4

    Add the thinly sliced beef into the simmering broth, spreading the slices so they cook evenly without clumping.

  5. 5

    Simmer gently for 3 to 5 minutes, skimming off any foam that rises to the surface, until the beef is just cooked through.

  6. 6

    Spoon steaming hot short-grain rice into individual bowls.

  7. 7

    Layer the simmered beef and sweet onions over the rice, ladle a generous spoonful of broth over the top, and garnish with sliced spring onions.

Japanese mirin and cooking sake are found in the Asian aisle or specialty grocers.