Gingery Ground Beef (Soboro Donburi)

[Kerful13]

Want a quick beef recipe? Try Gingery Ground Beef (Soboro Donburi)! It has only five ingredients, perfect for busy people like us! By the way, Soboro Donburi is a comforting Japanese dish featuring sweet and savory seasoned ground beef served over rice. Here's a Gingery Ground Beef (Soboro Donburi) recipe for you:

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 1 lb (450g) ground beef
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
• 2 tablespoons sake (or dry white wine)
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
• Cooked white rice, for serving
• Thinly sliced green onions (scallions), for garnish
• Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:
   • Finely chop the onion, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.
2. Cooking the Beef:
   • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
   • Add chopped onions and cook until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
   • Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stir for another 1 minute until fragrant.
   • Add ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a spatula and cook until browned and no longer pink.
3. Seasoning the Beef:
   • In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, and sesame oil.
   • Pour the sauce over the cooked ground beef. Stir well to combine.
   • Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the beef is coated and the sauce has slightly thickened.
4. Add Eggs:
   • Push the beef mixture to one side of the skillet to create space.
   • Pour the beaten eggs into the cleared space. Let them cook slightly, then gently scramble until they are just set.
5. Assembly:
   • To serve, scoop cooked rice into individual serving bowls.
   • Top each bowl of rice with a generous portion of the gingery ground beef and egg mixture.
6. Garnish and Serve:
   • Garnish each bowl with thinly sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.
7. Enjoy:
   • Serve the Gingery Ground Beef (Soboro Donburi) hot and enjoy this delicious, comforting dish!

Tips:

• Adjust the sweetness and saltiness of the dish by altering the amount of sugar and soy sauce according to your taste preference.
• Feel free to add more vegetables like steamed or stir-fried greens (such as spinach or bok choy) as a side dish to complement the meal.

This Gingery Ground Beef (Soboro Donburi) recipe is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal, especially when served with a bowl of steamed rice. Enjoy!

 

[fluffyiyoyo]

Whoa! Only 5 ingredients? That's my kind of recipe for busy weeknights Love the idea of the sweet and savory ground beef over rice ..it sounds super comforting

Thanks for sharing this recipe, gotta try it soon! Maybe I'll add some steamed broccoli on the side for some extra veggies

 

[Luna]

Thanks for sharing your Gingery Ground Beef (Soboro Donburi) recipe! It sounds like a flavorful and comforting dish that's perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Can't wait to try making it at home and enjoy those delicious Asian-inspired flavors.

 

[johnlloyd]

Thanks for sharing your Gingery Ground Beef (Soboro Donburi) recipe! It sounds like a flavorful and comforting dish that's perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Can't wait to try making it at home and enjoy those delicious Asian-inspired flavors.

Oh, I love Soboro Donburi! It's such a comforting dish. Using gingery ground beef sounds like a delicious twist. Though, I wonder if I could make it a bit spicier by adding some chili flakes or Sriracha sauce. What's your spice level preference?