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Gyudon with Onsen Egg

Tender beef and caramelized onions over steamed rice, topped with a silky soft-boiled egg. A Japanese comfort dish ready in 25 minutes.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
620
Protein
38g
Gyudon with Onsen Egg
comfortsatisfyingjapanesebeefeggstendersilkyweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Bring water to a boil in a small pot. Gently lower eggs and cook 6 minutes 30 seconds for soft yolks. Transfer to ice bath.

  2. Step 2

    Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high. When shimmering, add half the beef in a single layer and don't stir for 2 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Flip beef, cook 1 minute more until edges brown. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining beef.

  4. Step 4

    Add onion to the same skillet. Cook, stirring often, until soft and golden, about 5 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Pour soy sauce and mirin into the skillet. Return beef and any juices to the pan. Stir gently and simmer 1 minute.

  6. Step 6

    Divide rice between two bowls. Top each with beef and onions, then carefully peel and place a soft-boiled egg on top.

  7. Step 7

    Pour any sauce from the skillet over the bowl. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • small pot for eggs
  • large skillet, 12-inch
  • two serving bowls
  • spoon
  • tongs

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