Bento Box Recipe

Inspired by The Nash

Time1h

Serves2

Teriyaki chicken, sushi rice, bao buns, kimchi, and sautéed spinach

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 lb Chicken breast

1/2 cup Teriyaki Sauce

1 cup Sushi Rice

1 1/2 cups Water

4 pieces Bao Buns

1 cup Kimchi

2 cups Spinach

1 tbsp olive oil

to taste Celtic sea salt

to taste white, green, and black pepper

Method

Preparation Instructions

Prepare the Chicken

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and marinate in teriyaki sauce for at least 30 minutes.

Cook the Sushi Rice

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine with water in a rice cooker or pot and cook according to package instructions.

Cook the Chicken

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the marinated chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Steam the Bao Buns

Steam the bao buns according to package instructions until hot and fluffy.

Sauté the Spinach

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add spinach, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.

Assemble the Bento Box

In a bento box or serving container, place a portion of sushi rice, teriyaki chicken, steamed bao buns, kimchi, and sautéed spinach. Serve immediately.