Heart-Healthy Beef Donburi
Satisfy your craving for a hearty yet heart-conscious meal with this delicious Heart-Healthy Beef Donburi. This Japanese-inspired rice bowl features tender, thinly sliced lean beef marinated in a savory-sweet blend of low-sodium soy sauce, mirin, sake, garlic, and ginger, ensuring bold flavors without compromising on nutrition. Served over a nourishing base of brown rice and topped with a colorful medley of stir-fried vegetables—including carrots, red bell peppers, broccoli, and baby spinach—this dish is as vibrant as it is wholesome. A quick 20-minute prep time and 25-minute cook time make this recipe perfect for busy weeknights, while garnishes of green onions and sesame seeds add a gourmet touch. Packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins, this nutritious take on beef donburi is ideal for anyone looking to enjoy a balanced, flavorful meal in just one bowl.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Brown rice
- 3 cups Water
- 0.5 pounds Lean beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Mirin
- 2 tablespoons Sake
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 large Garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 medium Carrot, julienned
- 1 large Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Broccoli florets
- 2 cups Baby spinach
- 2 stalks Green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
Instructions
Rinse the brown rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and water in a rice cooker and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions. Alternatively, cook on the stovetop by bringing to a boil, then reducing the heat to low, covering, and simmering for 30-35 minutes or until all water is absorbed.
In a medium bowl, mix together the low-sodium soy sauce, mirin, sake, and brown sugar until the sugar is dissolved. Add the sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the mixture, stirring to combine. Add the sliced beef and marinate for at least 10 minutes.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef and cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the julienned carrot, red bell pepper, and broccoli florets. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Add the baby spinach to the skillet and stir until just wilted, about 1 minute.
To assemble the donburi, divide the cooked rice among four bowls. Top each bowl with the stir-fried vegetables and cooked beef.
Garnish each serving with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy beef donburi.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1168 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.8 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 159 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 1798 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.8 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.5 g | ||
| Protein | 82.5 g | 165% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 272 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 1732 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
