Bento Box Recipe
Traditional Japanese dinner box comes with beef teriyaki, sushi, sashimi, California roll, tempura, hibachi vegetables and rice.
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Ingredients
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Beef Teriyaki
Sushi & Sashimi
California Roll
Tempura
Hibachi Vegetables
Rice
Method
Beef Teriyaki
- 1
- 2
Marinate the Beef
Slice the beef sirloin into thin strips and add it to the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 3
Cook the Beef
In a pan over medium heat, cook the marinated beef until it's browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.
Sushi & Sashimi
- 4
Cook the Sushi Rice
Rinse sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice using a rice cooker or stovetop with 2 cups of water. Let it steam for 10 minutes after cooking.
- 5
Season the Rice
In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Fold this mixture into the cooked rice gently, and let it cool.
- 6
Assemble Sushi and Sashimi
Place a nori sheet on a bamboo sushi mat, spread a layer of sushi rice on top, and layer with fresh fish. Roll tightly and slice into pieces for sushi. Serve sashimi by slicing the fish into thin pieces.
California Roll
- 7
- 8
Roll the Sushi
Spread a thin layer of sushi rice on a nori sheet, add the filling mixture, and sprinkle sesame seeds. Roll tightly and slice into bite-sized pieces.
Tempura
- 9
Prepare the Batter
In a bowl, mix the tempura batter mix with ice water until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 10
Heat the Oil
In a deep pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.
- 11
Fry the Tempura
Dip shrimp and vegetables into the batter and carefully drop them into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
Hibachi Vegetables
- 12
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add broccoli, sliced bell pepper, and sliced carrot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- 13
Season the Vegetables
Add soy sauce to the vegetables and stir well to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Rice
- 14
Cook the Rice
Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine rice and water in a pot, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Let it sit covered for 10 minutes.
