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
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Combine the rinsed rice and 2 cups of water in a rice cooker and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Once the rice is cooked, mix in rice vinegar, sugar, and salt while it's still warm.
- In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, and ginger powder to make a marinade.
- Toss the cubed tofu in the marinade and let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Arrange the seasoned rice in a bento box or a serving dish.
- Neatly place the julienned carrot, cucumber, bell pepper, and pickled radish over the rice.
- Top with marinated tofu and sprinkle with nori strips and sesame seeds.
- 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
Nutritionfacts | Calories: 350, Fat: 5g, Carbohydrates: 65g, Protein: 10g |
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Preparation Time | 45 minutes |
Allergy Information | Soy, Sesame, Gluten |