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Gyudon (beef rice bowl)

From the video “Your Guide to Make the Classic Gyudon (Beef Bowl)” by Just One Cookbook. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Just One Cookbook. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personEasyFine for a weeknight
Not spicy
Total time
~40 min
est.
Serves
2
Cost
~$8.37*
per serving, Ontariosave ~$5.63* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients
12

Ingredients

  • No pork

May contain gluten, soy, fish

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$16.73*for 2 people
~$8.37*per serving

You save about ~$5.63* per serving (40% less*) than ordering it out — ~$11.27* for 2 people.

Order out = a typical Ontario gyudon beef bowl, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

7 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 4 predicted from typical costs · not priced: dashi packet, sake

* Estimate, not a quote: 4 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario gyudon beef bowl at ~$14, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving352 kcal · 18% of 2,000Recipe makes 2 servings
Fat15 g19%
Saturated fat6 g30%
Sodium1,562 mg68%
Carbohydrate21 g7%
Fiber1.2 g4%
Total sugars15 gno daily value
Added sugars13 g26%
Protein27 g54%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexTreat
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+20 of 20
  • Fiber+5 of 20
  • Saturated fat−17 of 20
  • Sodium−20 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)−15 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 8 of 9 ingredient lines (100% of the measured weight), divided into 2 servings as stated in the video. Not counted because the video gives no amount: steamed rice, pickled red ginger (beni shoga). Not matched to nutrient data: dashi packet. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • cooking chopsticks
  • liquid measuring cup
  • chef's knife
  • cutting board
  • large frying pan with lid
  • fine-mesh skimmer
  • donburi bowls

What the video didn’t say

  • total preparation and cooking time was not explicitly stated
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Read from the public video by gemini-3.8-flash on 2026-10-01. Thumbnail and video are Just One Cookbook’s, shown through YouTube’s official embed.

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Everything you need to know about Gyudon (beef rice bowl)

What makes Just One Cookbook's Gyudon (beef rice bowl) recipe and technique special?

Just One Cookbook's take on Gyudon (beef rice bowl) focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Japanese flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Gyudon (beef rice bowl) at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Gyudon (beef rice bowl) recipe costs approximately $7.65 CAD per serving (yielding 2 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Gyudon (beef rice bowl) ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Gyudon (beef rice bowl) can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Just One Cookbook's Gyudon (beef rice bowl)?

This recipe utilizes approximately 12 ingredients across 11 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Gyudon (beef rice bowl)?

The official cooking video by Just One Cookbook is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.