Ingredients

• ground beef – 1 lb / 454 g
• soy sauce – 2 tbsp / 30 ml
• onion powder – 1 tsp / 5 g
• garlic powder – 1 tsp / 5 g
• salt – 1 tsp / 5 g
• black pepper – 1/2 tsp / 2.5 g
• eggs – 4
• cooked white rice – 4 cups / 760 g
• beef broth – 2 cups / 480 ml
• cornstarch – 2 tbsp / 16 g
• water – 2 tbsp / 30 ml
• oil – 2 tbsp / 30 ml

Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix ground beef, soy sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Form four patties.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
3. Remove patties and set aside. In the same skillet, pour beef broth and bring it to a gentle simmer.
4. Mix cornstarch with water to make a slurry and slowly add to the broth, stirring continuously to thicken the gravy.
5. Fry eggs sunny-side-up in a separate pan.
6. To serve, place 1 cup of rice on each plate, top with a beef patty, a fried egg, and pour the gravy over.

Substitutions

• ground beef -> ground turkey or chicken
• soy sauce -> tamari or coconut aminos
• beef broth -> vegetable broth

Enhancements in the Next Evolution

• Use a mix of ground pork and beef for enhanced flavor.
• Add sliced mushrooms to the gravy for additional depth.
• Include a dash of Worcestershire sauce in the beef patty mix.