Mochiko Bento Recipe
Mochiko chicken with choice of teri beef, teri chicken or katsu.
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Ingredients
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Mochiko Chicken
Teri Beef (or Chicken)
Katsu
Rice
Garnish
Method
Prepare Mochiko Chicken
- 1
- 2
Fry Chicken
Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the marinated chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Prepare Teri Beef or Chicken
- 3
Marinate Meat
In a bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Add the thinly sliced beef or chicken and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- 4
Cook Meat
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the marinated meat until cooked through, about 4-6 minutes for beef and 3-5 minutes for chicken.
Prepare Katsu
- 5
Prepare Breading Station
Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs. Season the flour with salt and pepper.
- 6
Bread and Fry
Dredge the meat in flour, dip into the egg, then coat with panko breadcrumbs. Heat vegetable oil in a pan and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
Cook Rice
- 7
Rinse Rice
Rinse the short-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- 8
Cook Rice
In a rice cooker or pot, combine the rinsed rice and water. Cook according to rice cooker instructions or bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat and cover for about 20 minutes until the water is absorbed.
Assemble and Serve
- 9
Plate the Dish
On a serving plate, arrange a portion of rice alongside the mochiko chicken, teri beef or chicken, and katsu. Garnish with pickled ginger, sesame seeds, and nori strips.
- 10
Enjoy
Serve warm and enjoy your Mochiko Bento!
