Beef Gyudon

Ingredients

For the Meat

• ½ onion (about 4 oz), thinly sliced

• 1 green onion (scallion), sliced diagonally

• ½ lb Circle J thinly sliced beef (ribeye or similar cut)

For the Sauce

• ½ cup dashi (or substitute beef, chicken, or vegetable broth)

• 2 tbsp sake (or dry sherry, rice wine, or water)

• 2 tbsp mirin (or 2 tbsp sake/water + 2 tsp sugar)

• 3 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)

For Serving

• 2 servings cooked Japanese short-grain rice

• Pickled red ginger (beni shoga), for garnish

Recipe Summary

Tender, savory, and slightly sweet, Beef Gyudon is a beloved Japanese rice bowl dish made with thinly sliced Circle J beef, simmered with onions in a flavorful soy-based sauce, then served over steamed rice. It’s quick, comforting, and perfect for busy weeknights — bringing a taste of Japan straight to your table.

Recipe Steps

1. Prepare Ingredients
   Slice the onion and green onion. If slicing your own beef, partially freeze it for 10 minutes to make it easier to cut thinly.

2. Make the Sauce
   In a large skillet (with heat off), combine dashi, sake, mirin, soy sauce, and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.

3. Add the Onions and Beef
   Spread sliced onions in the pan, then layer the beef on top. Separate the slices so they cook evenly.

4. Simmer Everything
   Cover the pan and cook over medium heat. Once it starts to simmer, reduce to low heat and cook for about 4–5 minutes, until the onions are tender and the beef is cooked through.

5. Finish and Serve
   Skim off any foam or fat from the top, sprinkle with green onions, and simmer for another minute. Spoon the beef and sauce over bowls of hot rice. Garnish with pickled ginger and enjoy!