Simple to Cook: Microwave-Steamed Beef and Vegetable Donburi Bowl

High ProteinLow Fat

A 575-calorie Dinner recipe from MunchInIt. Serves 2. Prep 10 min, cook 15 min.

Ingredients

• 200g lean sirloin steak, thinly sliced
• 1 cup cooked jasmine rice
• 1 cup mixed frozen vegetables (broccoli florets, julienned carrots, snap peas)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp mirin
• 1 tsp minced ginger
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp cornstarch
• Pinch of black pepper
• Optional: Toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

1. Prep: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, minced ginger, minced garlic, sesame oil, cornstarch, and black pepper. Add the thinly sliced sirloin steak and toss to coat. Let marinate for 5-10 minutes.
2. Divide the cooked jasmine rice between two microwave-safe bowls.
3. Layer the marinated beef slices over the rice in each bowl.
4. Distribute the mixed frozen vegetables evenly over the beef in each bowl.
5. Cover each bowl with a microwave-safe lid or microwave-safe plastic wrap, leaving a small vent.
6. Microwave one bowl at a time on high for 3-5 minutes, or until the beef is cooked through and the vegetables are tender-crisp. Repeat for the second bowl.
7. Carefully remove the bowls from the microwave. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your quick and healthy Donburi bowl!