Beef Short Ribs Rice Bowl (Gyu Kalbi Don) Recipe

Name: Beef Short Ribs Rice Bowl (Gyu Kalbi Don)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 bitter melon; water to cover; 1/4 cup dashi kombu (dried kelp); 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon sake; 1 tablespoon mirin (Japanese sweet wine); 1 tablespoon white sugar; 7 ounces beef short ribs; 1/4 onion, chopped; 2 ounces shredded konnyaku; 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger; 1 garlic scape, cut into 5 pieces; 2 teaspoons water; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 2 cups steamed white rice; 1 teaspoon minced myoga (Japanese ginger), or to taste

Servings: persons

1/3 bitter melon
water to cover
1/4 cup dashi kombu (dried kelp)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sake
1 tablespoon mirin (Japanese sweet wine)
1 tablespoon white sugar
7 ounces beef short ribs
1/4 onion, chopped
2 ounces shredded konnyaku
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 garlic scape, cut into 5 pieces
2 teaspoons water
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 cups steamed white rice
1 teaspoon minced myoga (Japanese ginger), or to taste

1
Slice bitter melon in half lengthwise and remove seeds using a spoon. Thinly slice crosswise and place in a bowl; top with enough salted water to cover. Soak for 5 minutes; drain.
2
Combine dashi kombu, soy sauce, sake, mirin, and sugar in a small bowl until marinade is well mixed. Place beef short ribs in a microwave-safe bowl and pour in marinade; marinate for 30 minutes.
3
Stir bitter melon, onion, konnyaku, ginger, and garlic scape into beef mixture.
4
Cook beef in the microwave for 4 minutes.
5
Mix 2 teaspoons water and cornstarch together in a small bowl until dissolved; stir into beef mixture.
6
Cook beef in microwave for 1 minute more.
7
Spoon rice into bowls and top with beef and myoga.

521

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 bitter melon, water to cover, 1/4 cup dashi kombu (dried kelp), 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Beef Short Ribs Rice Bowl (Gyu Kalbi Don) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Beef Short Ribs Rice Bowl (Gyu Kalbi Don)

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Variations & substitutions

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