JapaneseLunchMeat

Gyudon

Gyudon is a lunch japanese recipe with 450 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

450 kcal

Total Time

15 min

Servings

1

Protein

25 g

Ingredients

  • thinly sliced beef100g
  • onion, thinly sliced.5 piece
  • dashi broth.5 cup
  • soy sauce2 tbsp
  • mirin2 tbsp
  • sugar1 tbsp
  • Steamed riceFor Serving
  • Pickled red ginger (beni shoga)For Garnish
  • egg for garnish (optional)1 piece

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Thinly slice 100g of beef and 1/2 an onion.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    In a pan, combine 1/2 cup of dashi broth, 2 tbsp of soy sauce, 2 tbsp of mirin, and 1 tbsp of sugar. Bring to a simmer.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Add the sliced onion to the pan and cook until softened.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Add the sliced beef and simmer until it is cooked through.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Serve the beef and onion mixture over a bowl of steamed rice.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Garnish with pickled red ginger (beni shoga) and a raw or poached egg, if desired.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

450

Protein

25g

Carbs

54g

Fat

15g

Fiber

2g

Micronutrients

Iron

2.5 mg

Zinc

4 mg

Sodium

800 mg

Calcium

30 mg

Folate

20 mcg

Magnesium

30 mg

Potassium

400 mg

Vitamin C

2 mg

Vitamin A

5 mcg

Vitamin B12

1.5 mcg

Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

No

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

EggSoy

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Gyudon can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gyudon

How many calories are in Gyudon?

Gyudon has about 450 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Gyudon suitable for vegetarians?

No. Gyudon is not vegetarian as written because it includes thinly sliced beef.

Is Gyudon gluten-free?

Gyudon is not reliably gluten-free as written because it includes soy sauce. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Gyudon?

Yes. This recipe includes Egg and Soy. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.

Can I make Gyudon ahead of time?

Gyudon can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

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