Bento Gohan

Bento Gohan is a delightful vegetarian Japanese rice dish that combines fragrant rice with assorted vegetables and umami-rich seasonings. It's a colorful and nutritious meal, perfect for a lunchbox or a cozy dinner at home.

Ingredients

• Japanese short-grain rice - 1 cup
• Water - 1 1/4 cups
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Shiitake mushrooms - 100 grams, sliced
• Snap peas - 100 grams, trimmed
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Mirin - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Pickled ginger - 2 tablespoons (for garnish)
• Toasted sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (for garnish)

Steps

1. Rinse the Japanese short-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
4. While the rice is cooking, heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced carrot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.
5. Add sliced shiitake mushrooms and snap peas to the skillet. Sauté for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are cooked but still crisp.
6. Stir in soy sauce and mirin, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat.
7. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and fold in the sautéed vegetables and chopped green onion.
8. Serve the Bento Gohan warm, garnished with pickled ginger and toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 550 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Provides essential vitamins and minerals from a variety of colorful ingredients.

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