Japanese Beef Bowl (Gyudon)

Ingredients and Weight:

• Ribeye steak: 1 lb, thinly sliced against the grain
• Onion: 1 medium, chopped
• Green bell pepper: 1/2 chopped
• Red bell pepper: 1/2 chopped
• Soy sauce: 1/4 cup
• Mirin: 3 tbsp
• Sake (cooking wine): 2 tbsp (optional)
• Sugar: 1/4 cup
• Beef broth: 1/2 cup
• White rice: 4 cups, cooked
• Nori seaweed strips: 8
• Sesame seeds: 2 tbsp

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 15-20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Combine soy sauce, mirin, sake (if using), and sugar in a small bowl and set aside.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak slices and sauté until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the onion and bell peppers to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Pour in the sauce mixture and beef broth. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce has thickened and the steak is tender, about 5 minutes.
5. Serve the gyudon over rice, topped with nori seaweed strips and sesame seeds.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 500 per serving
• Protein: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 60g
• Fat: 20g

Dish Characteristics:

• Flavorful and savory
• Tender beef
• Colorful and visually appealing

User Comments:

• "This was a delicious and easy dish to make. The beef was so tender and the sauce was perfectly seasoned."
• "I love the combination of flavors in this dish. It's the perfect comfort food on a cold night."
• "This is a great dish for a crowd. It's quick and easy to make, and everyone always loves it."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have sake, you can substitute white wine or water.
• If you like your gyudon spicy, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce mixture.
• For a more authentic flavor, use Japanese short-grain rice instead of white rice.
• Serve with a side of pickled ginger or wasabi for an extra kick.