DELICIOUS Japanese Beef Bowls Made EASY With This Gyudon Recipe

Fast, flavorful, and an everyday staple in Japan, Gyudon (牛丼) is the perfect combination of thinly sliced beef simmered in a rich, savory-sweet sauce and served over warm rice. It's a dish loved by millions at Yoshinoya, Sukiya, and Matsuya, but today, we’re making it right at home—better, fresher, and just as satisfying!
🍚 Gyudon – The Ultimate Japanese Comfort Food!

🥩 Ingredients (Serves 2)
300g Eye of Round steak (sliced 3mm thin)

1 medium onion (thinly sliced)

3 tbsp soy sauce

2 tbsp mirin

2 tbsp sake

1 tbsp sugar

5g Dashi Powder

½ or 1 cup water

Steamed rice (for serving)

Optional toppings: sliced green onions, pickled ginger, soft-boiled egg

👨‍🍳 Method
1️⃣ Slice the Beef – Cut your eye of round steak into thin, 3mm strips, slicing against the grain for maximum tenderness.

2️⃣ Sauté the Onions – In a pan over medium heat, cook the sliced onions until they become soft and translucent.

3️⃣ Simmer the Beef – Add the beef to the pan and cook until just browned.

4️⃣ Make the Sauce – Pour in soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, Water, and dashi. Let everything simmer for a 10-20 minutes until the flavors meld together.

5️⃣ Serve Over Rice – Ladle the beef and onions over a steaming bowl of rice. Add your favorite toppings and enjoy!