Tomato Beef Cheese Baked Rice: Spicy, Rich, and Insanely Cheesy Comfort Food

December 17, 2025

Whenever I lose my appetite, I don’t force myself to eat “boring food.” After more than 10 years in the kitchen, I’ve learned that the best way to get your appetite back is melted cheese, bold sauce, and hot rice.

This Tomato Beef Cheese Baked Rice checks every box: spicy, rich, saucy, and unapologetically cheesy.

The kind of dish where the sauce coats every single grain of rice and the cheese stretches endlessly when you lift your spoon.

Honestly? It’s impossible to resist.

Tomato Beef Cheese Baked Rice — Spicy, Rich, and Insanely Cheesy

This is one of those comfort dishes that never fails. Rich tomato sauce, juicy fatty beef, bold Korean-style spice, and a thick layer of melted cheese all come together in one pan. Simple steps, big flavor, and guaranteed satisfaction.

Why This Dish Always Works

Rich tomato sauce with deep umami flavor
Tender fatty beef that stays juicy
Korean-style sweet, savory, and spicy balance
Ultra-stretchy mozzarella cheese
Simple steps with no complicated techniques

This is comfort food at its peak.

Ingredients

Fatty beef slices
Onion, sliced
Fresh tomatoes, chopped
Cooked rice (warm)
Mozzarella cheese, shredded
Light soy sauce
Tomato sauce (ketchup works too)
Water
Cooking oil

Spicy Sauce Star

Samyang Buldak (Turkey) Hot Sauce (Original, Cream, or Extra Spicy — mix or choose your favorite)

How I Make It

1. Prep the beef

Briefly blanch the fatty beef in boiling water.
Remove and drain well to keep the beef tender and reduce excess grease.

2. Build the sauce base

Heat oil in a pan and sauté sliced onions until fragrant.
Add chopped tomatoes and stir-fry until juicy and saucy.

3. Add the beef

Add the blanched beef back into the pan.
Toss well until coated with the tomato base.

4. Season boldly

Add a generous squeeze of Samyang spicy sauce.
Add 1 tablespoon light soy sauce and 1 tablespoon tomato sauce.
Pour in half a bowl of water and simmer until rich and aromatic.

This sauce starts slightly sweet, then finishes spicy. It is also great for dipping fried chicken or fries.

5. Add the rice

Add one bowl of warm rice to the pan.
Mix until every grain is fully coated in sauce.
Spread evenly across the pan.

6. Cheese time

Sprinkle a very generous amount of mozzarella cheese on top.
Cover with a lid and simmer until the cheese melts completely.

7. Finish

Sprinkle chopped parsley on top.
Serve immediately while hot and stretchy.

Qna For Recipes

1. What makes tomato beef cheese baked rice such a comfort food?

It combines rich tomato sauce, juicy fatty beef, Korean-style spicy sweetness, and a thick layer of melted mozzarella. Every bite is warm, cheesy, and deeply satisfying with minimal effort.

2. Why do you blanch the beef before cooking it?

Blanching removes excess grease while keeping the beef tender. This step helps the final dish taste rich but not oily, and allows the beef to absorb the tomato-spicy sauce better.

3. Can I adjust the spice level of this dish?

Absolutely. Use less Samyang sauce for a mild version, or mix Original and Cream versions for a balanced heat. If you love extra spice, go all-in with the Extra Spicy version.

4. What kind of rice works best for this recipe?

Warm, cooked white rice works best because it absorbs the sauce evenly. Day-old rice also works well and gives a slightly firmer texture after mixing.

5. Can this sauce be used for other dishes?

Yes! The tomato–Samyang sauce is incredibly versatile. It’s perfect for dipping fried chicken, fries, or even as a pasta or rice bowl sauce.

This dish is hot, rich, and deeply satisfying. The tomato sauce hugs the rice, the beef stays tender, and the cheese pulls forever. Sweet, savory, slightly spicy — Korean-style comfort food done right. If you love baked rice, cheese pulls, and bold flavors, this one is a must-try. I make it whenever I need comfort, warmth, or just something ridiculously good.

Carol December 17, 2025