Shrimp Bento Box Recipe
Teriyaki shrimp, steamed rice, edamame (sea salt), dumplings (chicken), sushi roll (choice of Cooked, Raw or Veggie) and salad with ginger dressing.
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Ingredients
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Shrimp Teriyaki
Steamed Rice
Edamame
Dumplings
Sushi Roll
Salad with Ginger Dressing
Method
Shrimp Teriyaki
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil. Stir well until combined.
- 2
Marinate the Shrimp
Add the shrimp to the marinade and let it sit for at least 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- 3
Cook the Shrimp
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are pink and opaque.
Steamed Rice
- 4
Rinse the Rice
Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- 5
Cook the Rice
In a pot, add the rinsed rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- 6
Fluff the Rice
Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Then, fluff with a fork.
Edamame
- 7
Prepare the Edamame
In a pot of boiling water, add the edamame pods and cook for about 5 minutes until tender.
- 8
Season with Sea Salt
Drain the edamame and sprinkle with sea salt to taste.
Dumplings
- 9
Cook the Dumplings
In a steamer or pot, steam the chicken dumplings for about 8-10 minutes until heated through.
Sushi Roll
- 10
Prepare Sushi Rice
Cook the sushi rice according to package instructions. Let it cool slightly.
- 11
Assemble the Sushi Roll
Lay a nori sheet on a bamboo mat. Spread a thin layer of sushi rice on the nori, leaving a 1-inch border. Add cucumber, avocado, and crab sticks (if using) in the center. Roll tightly and seal the edge with a little water.
- 12
Slice the Sushi
Using a sharp knife, slice the sushi roll into bite-sized pieces.
Salad with Ginger Dressing
- 13
Prepare the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together grated ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
- 14
Assemble the Salad
In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, diced cucumber, and shredded carrot. Drizzle the ginger dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
