Chigyu Cheese Beef Bowl (Printer-Friendly)

Thinly sliced beef with gooey cheese over rice in sweet-savory sauce, delivering hearty, umami-rich flavors.

# What You’ll Need to Cook:

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01 - 300 grams thinly sliced beef
02 - 2 cups cooked short-grain Japanese white rice
03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
04 - 4 tablespoons soy sauce
05 - 3 tablespoons mirin
06 - 1 cup dashi stock
07 - 1 medium onion, thinly sliced

# Steps to Prepare:

01 - Combine soy sauce, mirin, and dashi stock in a medium saucepan. Heat gently over medium heat to blend flavors.
02 - Add sliced onions to the saucepan. Simmer until onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
03 - Add thinly sliced beef to the pan. Gently stir to separate slices and simmer until just cooked and tender.
04 - Spoon cooked rice into individual serving bowls. Layer beef and onions on top, allowing sauce to drizzle over the rice.
05 - Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the hot beef and rice. Let the residual heat melt the cheese, or place bowls under a broiler for 1-2 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
06 - Optionally garnish with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, or onsen tamago. Serve immediately while hot.

# Extra Cooking Tips:

01 - For best results, use beef with good marbling for increased tenderness and flavor.
02 - Broiling after cheese application creates an appealing golden crust.
03 - Traditional toppings include green onions, sesame seeds, or a soft-boiled egg.