Osaka Rice Bowl
Experience the comforting flavors of Osaka with this savory rice bowl featuring seasoned ground beef, fragrant jasmine rice, and a sweet-and-spicy marinated egg.
FIJI CRAFTRECIPESJAPAN
6/6/20261 min read
Experience the comforting flavors of Osaka with this savory rice bowl featuring seasoned ground beef, fragrant jasmine rice, and a sweet-and-spicy marinated egg.
Ingredients
For the Beef
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp chili powder
½ tsp chili flakes
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp salt
For the Marinated Egg
4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
¼ tsp chili flakes
1 tsp honey
Pinch of salt
For the Bowl
2 cups cooked jasmine rice
Instructions
Place the peeled hard-boiled eggs in a small container. Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, chili flakes, honey, and salt. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for deeper flavor.
Cook the jasmine rice according to package directions and keep warm.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the onion until softened.
Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Add the ground beef and cook until browned.
Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, chili flakes, lemon juice, and salt.
Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the flavors are well combined.
To assemble, place a scoop of jasmine rice in a bowl.
Top with the seasoned beef.
Slice a marinated egg in half and place on top.
Fiji Craft Flight Notes
Osaka is often called "Japan's Kitchen" and is famous for its bold street food culture. This rice bowl captures that spirit with savory beef, umami-rich seasonings, and a flavorful marinated egg that adds the perfect finishing touch.
