Super Simple Egg Teriyaki Donburi: Perfect for Weekend Mornings!
Easy Homemade Egg Teriyaki Rice Bowl Recipe
On weekend mornings, do you prefer simple and quick meals so you can relax? Today, we’re making an ‘Egg Teriyaki Donburi’ using simple ingredients. It’s hearty and so tender, it won’t feel heavy on your stomach, even for breakfast. This recipe is perfect for a quick, satisfying, and comforting meal.
Main Ingredients
- 2 fresh eggs
- 1 bowl of cooked rice
- 1 pinch of salt (for a touch of seasoning)
Delicious Teriyaki Sauce
- 1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced (about 1.5cm thick)
- 4 Tbsp soy sauce (for deep umami flavor)
- 2 Tbsp mentsuyu (Japanese dipping sauce for added flavor)
- 1 Tbsp mirin (sake for cooking, removes odor and adds gloss)
- 2 Tbsp corn syrup (for sweetness and thickness)
- 6 Tbsp water (to adjust sauce consistency and prevent burning)
- 1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced (about 1.5cm thick)
- 4 Tbsp soy sauce (for deep umami flavor)
- 2 Tbsp mentsuyu (Japanese dipping sauce for added flavor)
- 1 Tbsp mirin (sake for cooking, removes odor and adds gloss)
- 2 Tbsp corn syrup (for sweetness and thickness)
- 6 Tbsp water (to adjust sauce consistency and prevent burning)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the onion which will add wonderful flavor to your rice bowl. Peel and thinly slice the onion into strips about 1.5cm thick. Slicing them a bit thicker will prevent them from burning too quickly.
Step 2
Now, let’s make the delicious teriyaki sauce that will be the star of this dish! Start by measuring out 4 tablespoons of soy sauce for that deep, rich umami flavor. This will provide the fundamental seasoning that pairs perfectly with the rice.
Step 3
Next, add 2 tablespoons of mentsuyu. This Japanese dipping sauce will enhance the dish with its complex flavor and savory notes, elevating the overall taste.
Step 4
Add 1 tablespoon of mirin. Mirin is a sweet rice wine that helps to remove any unwanted odors from ingredients and adds a beautiful sheen to the sauce. Don’t worry, the alcohol content will evaporate during cooking.
Step 5
Stir in 2 tablespoons of corn syrup. This will provide the perfect sweetness and help to thicken the sauce, giving it a lovely glaze.
Step 6
Finally, add 6 tablespoons of water. This is crucial to adjust the sauce’s consistency, making it smooth, and to prevent it from sticking or burning to the pan as it simmers.
Step 7
Combine all the prepared sauce ingredients in a bowl. Whisk or stir everything together until well combined. This creates the base for your flavorful teriyaki sauce.
Step 8
Now it’s time to prepare the star of our donburi: the eggs! Gently crack 2 fresh eggs into a separate bowl.
Step 9
Add just a tiny pinch of salt to the eggs. While the teriyaki sauce is seasoned, a little salt in the eggs themselves will prevent them from tasting bland and will enhance the overall flavor profile. It’s a small touch that makes a big difference!
Step 10
Lightly whisk the eggs with a fork or chopsticks. Avoid over-mixing; you want to break the yolks and gently combine them with the whites without making them completely uniform. This technique will result in a beautiful marbled appearance when cooked, and a wonderfully tender texture.
Step 11
Spoon 1 bowl of warm cooked rice into your serving bowl. Having the rice warm will help it absorb the delicious sauce better.
Step 12
Let’s start assembling the donburi! You don’t need to preheat the pan. Add the thinly sliced onions directly into a dry pan over medium-low heat. This gentle approach allows the natural sweetness of the onions to release slowly, enriching the sauce.
Step 13
Once the onions are in the pan, pour the prepared teriyaki sauce over them. As they begin to cook together, a wonderful aroma will fill your kitchen.
Step 14
Keep the heat on medium-low. Once the sauce begins to gently bubble, let it simmer for about 2 minutes. This will soften the onions and slightly thicken the sauce. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
Step 15
After 2 minutes of simmering, evenly pour the lightly beaten egg mixture over the onions and sauce in the pan. Try to distribute it in a thin layer across the pan’s surface.
Step 16
As you see the bottom of the egg mixture starting to turn white and set, cover the pan with a lid and continue to cook for about 2 more minutes. Covering the pan traps steam, which helps the egg cook gently and remain tender.
Step 17
When you lift the lid, the top of the egg should still look slightly jiggly and moist—this indicates a perfect soft-boiled texture. Turn off the heat at this point. If you prefer a firmer egg, you can cover and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fully cooked.
Step 18
Carefully slide the cooked egg teriyaki mixture from the pan onto the warm rice in your bowl. The delicate egg and the savory-sweet teriyaki sauce will create a delightful harmony with the rice.
Step 19
Voila! Your super simple and delicious Egg Teriyaki Donburi is ready to be enjoyed! Bon appétit!
