Beef and Egg over Rice

There’s something wonderfully comforting about a simple yet satisfying meal, and one such dish is a small pile of freshly steamed rice, topped with tender slices of beef and crowned with a perfectly cooked soft fried egg. This combination is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the taste buds.

The rice, fluffy and steaming hot, forms the heart of the dish. Its neutral flavour serves as the perfect base, soaking up the richness of the ingredients piled on top. Each grain feels warm and inviting, carrying the faint aroma of its gentle cooking process.

The slices of beef add a burst of flavour and texture. Cooked to just the right tenderness, the beef’s savoury notes coat the rice like a warm blanket. The seasoning, subtle yet impactful, enhances the natural taste of the meat without overwhelming the dish. Every bite of beef feels like a reward, blending beautifully with the soft rice beneath.

On top of this harmonious base sits the star of the dish: a soft fried egg. Its yolk, golden and slightly runny, promises indulgence. The moment the egg is pierced, the yolk spills out, running through the beef and rice, uniting the layers with its creamy richness. This single action transforms the dish, turning it into a luxurious experience with every spoonful.

Accompanying the main plate is a simple side dish. Perhaps it’s a small bowl of pickled vegetables, offering a tangy contrast to the richness of the main dish. Or maybe a crisp salad or a serving of miso soup, light and refreshing, balances the flavours perfectly.

This dish, in its simplicity, is a testament to the idea that a meal doesn’t have to be complex to be delicious. It’s a comforting, satisfying plate that speaks to the universal joy of good food shared in a moment of quiet indulgence.

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Beef and Egg over Rice

A comforting dish of tender beef slices over a bed of steamed rice, crowned with a soft fried egg whose rich yolk blends perfectly into the grains. Simple yet indulgent, it’s perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

4.85 from 40 votes

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Course: Main Dish, Side Dish

Cuisine: Japanese, Korean

Keyword: Beef, Eggs, Marinade, Rice

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 2 People

Calories: 641kcal

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Ingredients

 

For the Beef:

• 250 g beef slices thinly sliced, like for stir-fry
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp sugar
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 tsp ginger grated

For the Rice and Egg:

• 2 cups cooked steamed rice
• 2 large eggs free range
• 2 tbsp cooking oil for frying eggs

Instructions

• In a bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, minced garlic and grated ginger.
  2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tsp sugar, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tsp ginger
• Add the beef slices and coat well. Set aside to marinate for 5–10 minutes.
  250 g beef slices
• Heat a pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add a little oil if needed.
• Sear the marinated beef slices for 2–3 minutes on each side, until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat In a separate pan, heat 1 tbsp of oil over medium heat. Crack an egg into the pan and cook until the whites are set but the yolk remains runny. Repeat for the second egg.
  2 tbsp cooking oil, 2 large eggs
• Place a serving of steamed rice on a plate or in a bowl. Arrange the beef slices over the rice. Gently place a fried egg on top.
  2 cups cooked steamed rice
• Just before eating, pierce the egg yolk and mix it into the rice and beef. Serve alongside your chosen side dish, such as pickled vegetables or miso soup.

Nutrition

Calories: 641kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 257mg | Sodium: 3206mg | Potassium: 534mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 270IU | Vitamin C: 57mg | Calcium: 406mg | Iron: 4mg