Ground Beef Omelet Rice Bowl! High-Protein & Delish Weeknight Dinners
Hello food lovers!
Welcome back to my kitchen. Today, I’m excited to share a recipe that’s a fun and super easy twist on a Japanese classic: Omurice-Style Ground Beef Donburi, or “Omu-Don”!
If you love the comforting flavors of Omurice (omelet over rice) but want a quicker, simpler version, this rice bowl is for you. We’re using savory ground beef and a special, flavor-packed sauce that comes together in minutes. It’s the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.
Let’s get cooking!
Serves: 1
Protein per serving: 33g
Ingredients
Here is what you’ll need. I’ve included both metric and US customary measurements for your convenience!
For the Ground Beef & Onion:
Ground Beef: 100g (approx. 3.5 oz)
Onion: 80g (approx. 2.8 oz, or about 1/2 of a small onion), finely chopped
Vegetable Oil: 1/2 tsp (for cooking onion)
Salt & Pepper: A pinch
Extra Coarsely Ground Black Pepper: To taste (optional, but recommended!)
For the Egg:
Egg: 1 large
Salt & Pepper: A pinch
Vegetable Oil: 1/2 tsp (for cooking egg)
For the Special Sauce:
Miso Paste: 1 tbsp (15ml / approx. 1/16 US cup)
Mirin (Sweet Rice Wine): 1 tbsp (15ml / approx. 1/16 US cup)
Ketchup: 1/2 tbsp (7.5ml / approx. 1/32 US cup)
Sugar: 1 tsp
Dashi Powder: A small pinch
Water: 2 tbsp (30ml / approx. 1/8 US cup)
Tonkatsu Sauce: 2 tsp
For Assembly:
Cooked Japanese Rice: 200g (approx. 7 oz), or as much as you like
Fresh Parsley: For garnish, finely chopped
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create your delicious Omu-Don!
Step 1: Cook the Beef and Onion
First, finely chop the onion. Heat 1/2 tsp of oil in a frying pan over medium heat and sauté the onion until it becomes soft and slightly browned. Add the ground beef, season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and cook until the meat is fully browned. For extra flavor, add a generous amount of coarse black pepper. Once cooked, transfer the mixture to a plate and set it aside.
Step 2: Prepare the Special Sauce
In the same frying pan (no need to wash it!), combine all the ingredients for the sauce: miso, mirin, ketchup, sugar, dashi powder, water, and tonkatsu sauce. Whisk everything together over low-medium heat. Let it gently bubble and simmer for a minute or two until the sauce thickens slightly. Pour the sauce into a small bowl and set aside.
Step 3: Make the Soft Omelet
Crack the egg into a bowl, season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and whisk well. Wipe the frying pan clean, add 1/2 tsp of oil, and heat it over medium-low heat. Pour in the beaten egg and cook, swirling the pan to create a thin, soft omelet. Cook it to your desired doneness.
Step 4: Assemble Your Omu-Don!
Now for the fun part! Add your hot cooked rice to a bowl. Top the rice with the ground beef and onion mixture. Gently slide the soft omelet on top of the beef.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
Drizzle your special sauce over the egg. Garnish with some fresh, chopped parsley for a pop of color. Your “Omurice-Style Ground Beef Bowl” is ready to enjoy!
And there you have it! A rich, savory, and incredibly satisfying meal that captures the spirit of Japanese home cooking.
For a step-by-step visual guide, be sure to watch my full YouTube video on how to make this recipe!
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