Soy-Free Beef Donburi
Elevate your donburi game with this flavorful Soy-Free Beef Donburi recipe, a satisfying Japanese-inspired rice bowl that's perfect for those avoiding soy. This dish features tender, thinly sliced beef sirloin sautéed with aromatic garlic and ginger, then simmered in a rich sauce made with coconut aminos, brown sugar, and a hint of rice vinegar for a naturally sweet and tangy twist. The sauce thickens beautifully with a touch of cornstarch, creating a glossy glaze that clings to the beef. Served over warm, fluffy white rice and garnished with vibrant green onions and sesame seeds, this quick and easy weeknight meal comes together in just 35 minutes. Optional additions like spinach or bok choy add a pop of color and nutrients, making this soy-free donburi both wholesome and delicious. Perfect for gluten-free and soy-free diets, this recipe delivers classic umami flavors without compromise!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
- 1 cup Coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 4 cups Cooked white rice
- 2 stalks Green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Spinach or bok choy (optional)
Instructions
Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the minced garlic and ginger, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the thinly sliced beef to the skillet, and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
In a small bowl, mix coconut aminos, brown sugar, and rice vinegar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Pour the sauce over the beef, reduce the heat to medium, and let it simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
In another small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth.
Add the cornstarch mixture to the beef and sauce, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
If using, add spinach or bok choy into the skillet and cook for another 1-2 minutes until wilted.
Remove the skillet from heat and let cool slightly.
To serve, place 1 cup of cooked rice into each bowl.
Top the rice with the beef and sauce mixture.
Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
Serve hot and enjoy your soy-free beef donburi!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2521 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.3 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.7 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 280 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 7335 mg | 319% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 264.1 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.3 g | ||
| Protein | 126.0 g | 252% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 225 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 21.7 mg | 121% | |
| Potassium | 2071 mg | 44% | |
*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.
