Deliciously tender beef on a rice base.
This is basically a common Japanese fast food where beef and caramelized onions are served on top of short-grain rice. Perfect when hot, cold, or room temperature. Good for school lunches on hot days.





Ingredients
- 1 large white onion
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- ½ cup water
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 1 tablespoon sake
- ½ pound beef ribeye steak, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, or to taste (Optional)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced, or to taste (Optional)
- 2 teaspoons pickled ginger (beni shoga), or to taste (Optional)
- 1 sheet dried seaweed, cut into strips, or to taste (Optional)
Directions
- Step 1:Halve the onion and discard the central-most part. Cut halves into thin slices.
- Step 2:Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until it starts to brown, about 30 seconds. Reduce heat to medium-low; add water, soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, and sake and simmer until flavors combine, about 3 minutes.
- Step 3:Stir beef into the skillet. Cook, covered, until beef is cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Divide between serving bowls and garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, ginger, and seaweed strips.
LATEST POSTS
- 1
Discover our top 10 pumpkin seed recipes for autumn treats! - 2
Explore these simple and fun Halloween treats that require minimal effort! - 3
Chef John's Best Pastries and Breakfast Treats - 4
Discover our 25 exquisite hot and cheesy dip recipes! - 5
Discover delightful and colorful salads that burst with flavor!
21 Incredible Recipes Featuring Miso Paste
Discover 20 delightful and simple Japanese dishes perfect for weeknight meals!
Explore scrumptious Japanese dessert recipes!
Explore the finest snacks, appetizers, and small bites.
15 Unbeatable Udon Noodle Recipes
Discover delightful and colorful salads that burst with flavor!









