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Japanese Gyudon (Beef Rice Bowl)

A classic Japanese comfort dish featuring tender sliced beef and caramelized onions in a savory-sweet sauce served over brown rice. This metabolic-optimized version uses lean beef and brown rice to support fat-burning while delivering authentic flavor and satisfying protein.

15m

Prep Time

25m

Cook Time

Servings

520

Calories

35g

Protein

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 8 oz lean beef sirloin, thinly sliced
✓ 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
✓ 1 cup brown rice, cooked
✓ 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
✓ 1 tbsp mirin (or 1 tsp honey + 1 tsp water)
✓ 1 tsp sake or rice wine
✓ 1/2 cup low-sodium beef broth
✓ 1 tbsp sesame oil
✓ 2 cloves garlic, minced
✓ 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
✓ 1/4 tsp white pepper
✓ 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
✓ 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish
✓ Nonstick cooking spray

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook brown rice according to package directions and set aside. Divide evenly between two bowls.

2. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat with cooking spray. Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

3. Add sliced onions to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become translucent and begin to caramelize.

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4. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, sake, and beef broth to create the sauce.

5. Push onions to the side of the skillet and increase heat to high. Add beef slices in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned on one side.

6. Stir the beef and onions together, breaking apart any clumps. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until beef is cooked through.

7. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and drizzle with sesame oil. Stir well to combine and let simmer for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.

8. Add white pepper and taste, adjusting seasonings as needed.

9. Spoon the beef and onion mixture evenly over the brown rice bowls.

10. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

Calories520 kcal

Protein35g

Carbohydrates48g

Fat16g

Fiber3g

🏷️ Tags

#Japanese#high-protein#lean-beef#metabolism-boosting#quick-dinner#gluten-free-friendly#authentic-asian#fat-switch-diet

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