Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsTakoSushiBento Box Recipe

Bento Box Recipe

Inspired by TakoSushi
Time45m
Serves2

Make Bento Box Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Protein

Carbohydrates

Vegetables

Garnishes

Method

Main Protein Preparation

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, combine soy sauce and sesame oil. Add the grilled chicken breast and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Grill the Chicken

    Heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Grill the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, until fully cooked. Remove from heat and slice.

Carbohydrates Preparation

  1. 3

    Prepare the Rice

    If not already cooked, prepare jasmine rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, let it cool slightly.

  2. 4

    Season the Rice

    In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar and sugar until dissolved. Drizzle this mixture over the cooked rice and stir gently to combine.

Vegetables Preparation

  1. 5

    Prepare Vegetables

    Wash and slice the cucumber. Shred the carrots using a grater. If using frozen edamame, boil them for 5 minutes and drain.

Assemble the Bento Box

  1. 6

    Assemble Ingredients

    In a bento box or lunch container, section off the rice, sliced grilled chicken, cucumber, shredded carrots, and edamame.

  2. 7

    Add Garnishes

    Sprinkle sesame seeds over the chicken, place a sheet of nori, and add pickled ginger on the side.

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