Taste Of Japan In A Bowl: Exploring Various Donburi Bowls

Donburi is a Japanese rice bowl dish comprising of fragrant Japanese rice topped off with meat, fish, seafood, vegetables, or other ingredients. There are endless possibilities for ingredient choices when it comes to Donburis. Indeed, its simplicity and versatility are what make it such a popular dish worldwide.

Here are some popular Donburis that you can try out! 

1. Oyakodon

The Oyakodon is a chicken and egg bowl served with rice. The chicken and egg are simmered in a rich umami soup stock before being added to the rice bowl. The sweet egg and chicken paired with the warm and fluffy rice is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a hearty and comforting meal.

2. Katsudon

Served with a deep-fried pork cutlet, sauteed onions and egg in a rice bowl, the Katsudon is a crowd-favourite. The pork cutlet is typically coated with a layer of panko breadcrumbs before being deep-fried until it is crispy and golden brown. This breadcrumb coating gives the pork cutlet its crispy texture whilst keeping it juicy and tender on the inside. 

3. Tendon

Abbreviated from "Tempura Donburi", the Tendon is a deep-fried tempura rice bowl. The tempura in the rice bowl can vary depending on the individual’s choice of ingredients. Generally, the main components would include deep-fried seafood, vegetables and sometimes even an egg, all topped off with a sweet sauce that’ll leave you wanting more.

4. Gyudon

The Gyudon beef bowl consists of rice, thinly sliced beef and onion that has been simmered down in a sweet sauce alongside some dashi, soy sauce and mirin. Now doesn’t that sound absolutely divine?

But what if we told you that we took it up a notch? OMI has stepped up to create the highest quality beef rice -- the Wagyu beef don. Using only top-grade wagyu beef sourced from local Australian suppliers, our Wagyu rice bowls offer a rich and tender texture which melts in your mouth.

5. Fusion don 

With Japanese cuisine becoming more popular worldwide, Donburi has also received many adaptations of fusion dishes.

In fact, OMI has adopted fusion cuisine by incorporating popular Singapore dishes into the rice bowls. One such example is the Singapore Chilli Crab (Soft Shell), which features our take on the iconic Singapore chilli crab paired with the typical Japanese rice bowl toppings.

Conclusion

Are you looking for a comforting and delicious meal? Why not opt for a Donburi? Who doesn’t love the sound of a hot steaming bowl of rice topped with the highest quality ingredients? Trust us, your tastebuds will thank you. 

OMI Wagyu offers the highest quality dishes with the finest ingredients. We are here to create an unforgettable taste experience for you with our unique range of flavour combinations. The best part? You’ll be able to enjoy a symphony of flavours without breaking the bank.

So, the next time you are in Melbourne and looking for a good Japanese restaurant at Lonsdale Street, head down to OMI Wagyu to get your hands (and tastebuds) on our delicious and mouth-watering Donburis.