Tips and tricks for beginners -How big a box?- Bento boxes are usually referred to by their volume in ml. Usually, it's assumed that unless you pack it incredibly low cal/high cal, it'll be roughly the amount of calories in it equal to volume in ml. Which is to say, if the volume is 400 ml, it will contain about 400 kcal.…
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Sorry, it's just all the posts are really old...is there anyone here anymore? :o If there is anyone left, I'd love to talk bento :D And if not... :<
I assume you all know how a general chat works. Use common sense and we'll all get along just fine. I'm going to need to up my protein, trying to add a can of tuna fish today, and have to try have chicken in the bento from tomorrow on, those are the only two protein sources that fit my student budget. Now, need healthy,…
Quick, tasty sriracha stir-fry chicken! Ingredients: Chicken (breast ideal, but take what you've got) Sriracha rooster sauce Oil (not olive) Preferably use a wok for ideal cooking. -Cut chicken into bite-size pieces (or your own preference, just not too big or it won't cook through properly) -Heat wok (or pan) without…
What attracts you to the concept of bento? Is it the simplicity? The practicality? OCD? I love bento because they take up such small space for a packed lunch, they're so colourful and vibrant, and you can make them quick, easy and zen, or elegant, elaborate and beautiful. It's up to you. You can spend hours on perfecting…
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