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How TO Make Beef Ojyu Recipe

Beef Ojyu Recipe

Beef Ojyu, also known as Gyudon, is a popular Japanese dish. This comfort food is often enjoyed at restaurants or ordered for takeout, but with this easy-to-follow guide, you can now make it at home!
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Author: Dr. Leah Alexander
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Rest Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 351kcal

Equipment

  • large pot stirrer

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chuck steak
  • 4 large poached eggs
  • 2 small onion
  • 1 cup homemade dashi
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • Togarashi
  • 1/2 cup dry sake
  • 2 tsp 5ml grated fresh ginger
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp sugar plus more to taste
  • Sliced scallions
  • 4 cups cooked white rice
  • Beni-shoga

Instructions

  • Prepare the beef by thinly slicing the beef into 1/4 inch strips, ensuring each piece is of equal thickness for even cooking. To enhance the flavor, season the beef with a light sprinkle of salt and sugar, allowing it to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  • In a large pot, sauté sliced onions until they become translucent. Next, bring homemade dashi to a boil in the same pot. Once bubbling, add soy sauce, dry sake, grated ginger, and a pinch of salt, allowing the flavors to meld together while simmering for 5 minutes.
  • Gently add the marinated beef into the broth and let it cook slowly for approximately 10 minutes until it becomes tender. This low and slow cooking method will infuse the beef with rich umami flavors from the broth.
  • To serve, place a generous cup of fluffy white rice in the center of a shallow bowl. Carefully ladle the flavorful beef and broth on top of the rice. Add one poached egg on top of the beef for added richness and texture. Finish off with sliced scallions adding a pop of color, and a sprinkle of togarashi for a touch of heat. For a tangy and spicy kick, serve with beni-shoga on the side.

Notes

  • For a healthier option, you can use lean beef or substitute with tofu.
  • Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preference. You can add more soy sauce for a saltier broth or more sugar for a sweeter flavor.
  • To make it spicier, add some chili paste to the broth while simmering.
  • Use medium-grain white rice for the best texture and taste.
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