Bento 4 Recipe
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Ingredients
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Rice
Protein
Vegetables
Garnish
Method
Preparing Rice
- 1
Rinse and Cook Rice
Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a rice cooker or pot, combine the rinsed rice and 2.5 cups of water. Cook according to the rice cooker instructions or bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit for 10 minutes.
- 2
Season Rice
In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture. Allow the rice to cool.
Cooking Chicken
- 3
Marinate Chicken
In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Add the chicken breast and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 4
Preparing Vegetables
- 5
Assembling Bento
- 6
Assemble the Bento Box
In a bento box, place a portion of the seasoned sushi rice, sliced chicken, and arrange the cucumber, carrot, bell pepper, and edamame around the rice. Garnish with nori strips and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
