Japanese Gyudon with Mushroom

Japanese Gyudon with Mushroom recipe videos

Japanese Gyudon with Mushroom is a popular rice bowl dish featuring thinly sliced beef and mushrooms simmered in a savory-sweet sauce of soy sauce, mirin, and dashi, then served over steamed rice. It's a comforting, quick-to-prepare meal that originated in Japan and is a staple of casual dining chains like Yoshinoya.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is balanced but leans toward being higher in carbohydrates from the rice base, with a good amount of protein from the beef and mushrooms. A typical serving provides key nutrients like iron, B vitamins, and potassium, with a rough calorie ballpark of 500-600 kcal.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	550 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	72 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	8 g
Sodium	850 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin B12	2.5 mcg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Zinc	4 mg
Selenium	15 mcg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Copper	0.3 mg

Per 1 bowl (400 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Gyudon is a quintessential example of Japanese 'yoshoku' (Western-influenced) comfort food, and the addition of mushrooms adds umami depth and a nutritional boost of fiber and antioxidants without significantly increasing calories.