Gyudon (Japanese Simmered Beef and Rice Bowls)

Name: Gyudon (Japanese Simmered Beef and Rice Bowls)
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 1 small onion, slivered (about 4 ounces; 120g); 1/2 cup (120ml) homemade dashi, or the equivalent in Hondashi (see note); 1/4 cup (60ml) dry sake; 2 tablespoons (30ml) soy sauce; 1 tablespoon (12g) sugar, plus more to taste; 1/2 pound (225g) thinly shaved beef ribeye or chuck steak (see note); 1 teaspoon (5ml) grated fresh ginger; Salt; To Serve:; 2 cups cooked white rice; 2 poached eggs (optional); Sliced scallions; Beni-shoga (see note); Togarashi (see note)

Prep Time

Cook Time

20m

Total Time

20m

This Japanese Gyudon recipe features thinly shaved beef simmered with onion, homemade dashi, sake, soy sauce, and sugar, then served over a bed of white rice. Top with optional poached eggs, sliced scallions, beni-shoga, and togarashi for a satisfying meal with a balance of sweet, savory, and umami flavors.