Vegan Dry Bento Box Delight

Colorful vegan bento box with sushi rice, julienned vegetables, pickled radish, tofu, nori, sesame seeds, and cilantro on a minimalist table.
Vegan Dry Bento Box Delight

Introduction

Dive into the comforting flavors of a vegan dry bento box with this specially crafted recipe. It's designed to bring warmth and a delightful array of textures to your meal, perfect for a nourishing lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sushi rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 small carrot, julienned
  • 1/2 cucumber, julienned
  • 1 small bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup pickled radish, sliced
  • 1/4 cup firm tofu, pressed and cubed
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp ginger powder
  • 1 tbsp nori, cut into small strips
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. Combine the rinsed rice and 2 cups of water in a rice cooker and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  3. Once the rice is cooked, mix in rice vinegar, sugar, and salt while it's still warm.
  4. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, and ginger powder to make a marinade.
  5. Toss the cubed tofu in the marinade and let it sit for 10 minutes.
  6. Arrange the seasoned rice in a bento box or a serving dish.
  7. Neatly place the julienned carrot, cucumber, bell pepper, and pickled radish over the rice.
  8. Top with marinated tofu and sprinkle with nori strips and sesame seeds.
  9. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Enjoy this wholesome and delicious vegan dry bento box, a new favorite that brings tradition and innovation to your dining table. Perfect for any time you crave a touch of Asian culinary magic in a convenient, healthy format.

Hiroshi

Additional Information
NutritionfactsCalories: 350, Fat: 5g, Carbohydrates: 65g, Protein: 10g 
Preparation Time45 minutes 
Allergy InformationSoy, Sesame, Gluten