The Perfect Japanese Fast Food, GYUDON | Beef Bowl

Summary

In this episode of Champs Japanese Kitchen, the host expresses gratitude for viewers' support and introduces a premium version of 'Judong', a Japanese dish combining beef and rice. The video demonstrates how to cook rice without a rice cooker, prepare 'Onsen Tamago' (half-boiled egg), and make a rich sauce for the dish. The host shares personal anecdotes, discusses ingredient substitutions, and encourages viewer interaction, promising to answer comments and consider future recipe requests.

Takeaways

• 🍲 The video is from Champ's Japanese Kitchen, where he expresses gratitude for the viewers' support.
• 🍚 The dish demonstrated is Gyudon (beef rice bowl), a popular Japanese meal known from chains like Yoshinoya and Matsuya.
• 🍶 The video includes instructions on how to make rice without a rice cooker by washing, soaking, boiling, and steaming it.
• 🥚 Champ shows how to make Onsen Tamago (hot spring egg), a half-boiled egg cooked at 65°C (150°F).
• 🥕 The Gyudon sauce recipe consists of water, mirin (sweet sake), soy sauce, brown sugar, and optional dashi fish stock for richer flavor.
• 🌿 Burdock root is added for extra aroma and kick, but if it's unavailable, ginger can be substituted.
• 🍖 Thinly sliced beef is cooked briefly in the sauce, followed by letting it stew to absorb flavors.
• ⏲️ The Gyudon is quick to prepare, making it a convenient meal for busy people.
• 🏙️ Champ explains his Western accent comes from living in Chicago for four years during his childhood.
• 🍷 For those who can't find cooking sake, white wine is a good substitute, or water for non-alcoholic versions (though less flavorful).

Q & A

What is the main dish being prepared in the video?

The main dish being prepared is 'udon', specifically 'gyudon' which is beef don, a dish that combines beef with rice.

What does 'dom giu' mean in the context of the video?

'Dom giu' is a play on words, where 'don' means rice ball and 'giu' refers to beef, so 'dom giu' humorously suggests a beef and rice ball mix.

How much rice is used in the recipe?

The recipe uses about three portions of rice, which is roughly 480 grams.

What is the first step in preparing the rice as described in the video?

The first step in preparing the rice is to wash it by rinsing it a few times until the water runs clear.

How long should the rice soak before cooking?

The rice should soak for at least 30 minutes before cooking.

What is the cooking method for the rice without a rice cooker?

To cook rice without a rice cooker, transfer the soaked rice to a large saucepan, add water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes before turning off the heat and letting it steam for another 10 minutes.

What is 'onsen tamago' and how is it traditionally cooked?

Onsen tamago is a half-boiled egg, traditionally cooked in hot springs, hence the name which translates to 'hot spring egg'.

What is the purpose of cooking the eggs at 65 degrees Celsius for 30 minutes?

Cooking the eggs at 65 degrees Celsius for 30 minutes results in a soft-boiled or 'onsen' egg with a partially set yolk.

What are the key ingredients in the sauce for the gyudon?

The key ingredients in the sauce for gyudon include water, mirin (sweet cooking sake), soy sauce, brown sugar, and optionally dashi fish stock for a richer flavor.

What is the role of burdock root in the dish?

Burdock root adds aroma and a little extra kick to the dish. If unavailable, ginger can be used as a substitute.

How long should the beef cook in the sauce?

The beef should cook for about a minute or two until it is cooked through, and then stew for an additional 5 minutes to absorb the flavors of the sauce.

What is the chef's background that gives him a western accent?

The chef lived in Chicago, United States, for four years as a child, which is why he has a western accent.

What is a good substitute for cooking sake if it's not available?

A good substitute for cooking sake is white wine, or if alcohol is not desired, water can be used, although it may result in a less rich flavor.