Pepper Lunch Recipe Rice Cooker: Hands-Off Meal in One Pot
Ingredients
Directions / Instructions
Why You'll Love This Pepper Lunch Rice Cooker Recipe
If you love the sizzling flavors of Pepper Lunch but want an easier way to make it at home, this rice cooker version is the perfect solution. Everything cooks together in one pot, allowing the rice to absorb the savory beef juices, soy sauce, garlic, and butter while staying perfectly fluffy.
The result is a comforting, restaurant-inspired meal with minimal prep and cleanup. Simply add the ingredients, press start, and let your rice cooker do the work.
Ingredients
- 2 cups jasmine rice, rinsed
- 2¼ cups beef broth
- 300g thinly sliced beef (sirloin, ribeye, or shabu-style beef)
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon mirin (optional)
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon white pepper
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
1. Prepare the Rice
Add the rinsed rice and beef broth to the rice cooker insert.
2. Add the Seasonings
Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, mirin, garlic, sesame oil, and white pepper.
3. Layer the Ingredients
Spread the corn evenly over the rice, then arrange the sliced beef on top without stirring.
4. Cook
Close the lid and cook using the standard white rice setting until the cycle is complete.
5. Finish the Dish
Add the butter immediately after cooking. Gently stir everything together until the butter melts and coats the rice.
6. Garnish and Serve
Top with green onions, freshly cracked black pepper, and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately while hot.
Expert Tips
Use thinly sliced beef so it cooks perfectly with the rice. Avoid stirring the beef into the uncooked rice before cooking to maintain the rice texture. Freshly cracked black pepper provides the signature Pepper Lunch flavor, so don't skip it.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of beef broth or water to restore moisture. Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with a fried egg, kimchi, steamed broccoli, sautéed mushrooms, miso soup, cucumber salad, or a drizzle of spicy mayo for a complete Japanese-inspired meal.
Recipe Variations
Swap beef for chicken, shrimp, or salmon. Add mushrooms, carrots, peas, or edamame for extra vegetables. Finish with spicy chili crisp, garlic butter, teriyaki sauce, or shredded mozzarella for a unique twist.
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