Japanese donburi (丼ぶり) is a rice bowl dish topped with meat, seafood, or vegetables, often simmered in a flavorful sauce. The term don (丼) refers to rice served with toppings, symbolizing a complete meal in a deep bowl.
Gyudon (牛丼)
Gyudon features thinly sliced beef and onions simmered in a savory-sweet sauce, served over rice. It’s a comforting and satisfying meal celebrated for its rich flavors and simplicity.
Oyakodon (親子丼)
Oyakodon is a classic Japanese rice bowl dish featuring tender chicken and onions simmered in a savory dashi broth, topped with lightly beaten eggs and green onions.
Katsudon (かつ丼)
Katsudon is a comforting Japanese dish featuring a crispy breaded pork cutlet served over a bowl of steamed rice, topped with a savory-sweet mixture of eggs, onions, and dashi broth.
Japanese rice bowls are iconic! Thanks Kyrie for explaining these three. Excited to try them out.
Hi Penelope – absolutely! So excited for you to try them all!
Really helpful breakdown of how to make donburi! I especially love gudon.
So glad to hear! Donburi is the best!