Mix Bento Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base
Proteins
Vegetables
Fruits
Condiments
Method
Preparation of Rice
- 1
Rinse and Cook Rice
Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and water in a rice cooker or pot. Cook according to the rice cooker's instructions, or bring the pot to a boil, then reduce to low heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes until the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit for 10 minutes.
Preparing Proteins
- 2
Prepare Chicken and Eggs
While the rice is cooking, grill the chicken breast until fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side, depending on thickness. Let it rest for a few minutes and slice. For the hard-boiled eggs, place them in boiling water for 9-12 minutes. Once done, cool in ice water, peel, and halve.
Chopping Vegetables
- 3
Prepare Vegetables
Thinly slice the cucumber, julienne the carrot, and halve the cherry tomatoes. Also, rinse the edamame if using frozen.
Assembling the Bento
- 4
Assemble the Bento Box
In a bento box or lunch container, create sections for each ingredient. Start with a layer of sushi rice, then arrange the grilled chicken, hard-boiled eggs, cucumber slices, julienned carrots, halved cherry tomatoes, and edamame. Add apple slices in a separate section.
- 5
Add Condiments
Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil over the proteins and vegetables. Place pickled ginger in a small container to add flavor to taste.
