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Kansai-style Gyudon (Kansai-fu Gyudon)
35 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
4Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
520 kcalCalories
24 gProtein
58 gCarbs
19 gFat

Approximate values estimated by AI

Kansai-style Gyudon (Kansai-fu Gyudon)

85% authentic · Japanese

A regional variation of Gyudon, popular in the Kansai region (Osaka, Kyoto). This style tends to be less sweet and uses more dashi for a lighter, more savory flavor profile. Often includes shirataki noodles.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Beef (ribeye or sirloin, thinly sliced)300g
  • Yellow Onion1 large
  • Shirataki noodles150g
  • Cooked Japanese short-grain rice4 servings
  • Dashi stock250ml
  • Soy sauce40ml
  • Sake30ml
  • Salt1/2 tsp
  • Green onions (chopped)for garnish
  • Sansho pepper (optional)for garnish

Steps

  1. 1

    Rinse the shirataki noodles thoroughly and blanch them in boiling water for 1-2 minutes to remove the odor. Drain and cut into shorter lengths.

  2. 2

    Thinly slice the yellow onion.

  3. 3

    In a pan, combine dashi stock, soy sauce, sake, and salt. Bring to a simmer.

  4. 4

    Add the sliced onions and shirataki noodles to the simmering broth. Cook for about 5 minutes until onions are tender.

  5. 5

    Add the thinly sliced beef. Gently separate the slices and simmer until just cooked through, about 2-3 minutes. Avoid overcooking.

  6. 6

    Serve the beef, onion, and noodle mixture over bowls of hot steamed Japanese rice.

  7. 7

    Garnish with chopped green onions and a pinch of sansho pepper, if desired.

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