Three delicious ways to prepare chikuwa (fish cake) that would be great in a bento box! Recipe videos and instructions
Here are some cute ways to make chikuwa (fish cake)! When packing it in a bento box, make sure it is completely cooled before packing. Use ice packs and an insulated bag for transport and storage, and store in the refrigerator. Consume as soon as possible.
Ingredients
- ちくわ 2本
- スライスチーズ 1枚
- ちくわ 2本
- スライスチーズ 1枚
- ちくわ 2本
- ソーセージ 3本(60g)
- サラダ油 小さじ1
- 塩こしょう 少々
Method
- 【くるくるちくわ】ちくわは縦に切り込みを入れる。スライスチーズは半分に切る。
- ラップの上にちくわを縦長にのせて広げ、スライスチーズ1切れをのせて手前から巻き、ラップで包み、両端をねじって固定させる(ちくわロール)。
- 耐熱容器にちくわロールをのせ、600Wのレンジで様子を見ながら30〜40秒加熱する。粗熱をとり、冷蔵庫で10分ほどおく。
- 【ハートちくわ】ちくわは縦半分に切る。スライスチーズは縦4等分に切る。
- ちくわ1切れを内側を下にしておく。スライスチーズの長さを半分にしてちくわの真ん中に置き、ちくわを両端から真ん中に向けて折りたたみ、ハートの形になるように、つまようじを刺してとめる。同様に計4個作る。
- 耐熱皿に並べてふんわりとラップをし、600Wのレンジで様子を見ながら30秒ほど加熱する。粗熱をとる。
- 【ちくわソーセージ】ちくわは3等分に切る。ソーセージは長さを半分に切る。ちくわの穴にソーセージを5mmほどはみ出るように入れる。
- ソーセージの断面に格子状に切り込みを入れる。
- フライパンにサラダ油を入れて弱火で熱し、ちくわソーセージを入れて4〜5分炒める。塩こしょうをふってさっと炒める。
procedure
- 1. [Rolled Chikuwa] Make a vertical cut in the chikuwa. Cut the sliced cheese in half. Point: Be careful not to cut all the way through.
- 2. Place the chikuwa lengthwise on a piece of plastic wrap, spread it out, place a slice of cheese on top, roll it up from the near end, wrap it in the plastic wrap, and twist both ends to secure it (chikuwa roll).
- 4. [Heart-shaped Chikuwa] Cut the chikuwa in half lengthwise. Cut the sliced cheese into four equal pieces lengthwise.
- 5. Place one piece of chikuwa with the inside facing down. Cut the slice of cheese in half lengthwise and place it in the middle of the chikuwa. Fold the chikuwa from both ends towards the center and secure it with a toothpick to form a heart shape. Make a total of four in the same way.
- 6. Arrange them in a heatproof dish, cover loosely with plastic wrap, and heat in a 600W microwave for about 30 seconds, checking occasionally. Let cool slightly. Point: Make sure they are heated through. If eating immediately, be careful of the toothpicks.
- 7. [Chikuwa Sausage] Cut the chikuwa into three equal parts. Cut the sausage in half lengthwise. Insert the sausage into the hole of the chikuwa so that about 5mm protrudes.
- 8. Make crisscross cuts on the cut surface of the sausage. (Note: It's difficult to keep it stable, so cut slowly and carefully.)
注意事項
Please note the following when packing them in a lunchbox.
Avoid storing during the summer and rainy season in a cool place (using ice packs, insulated bags, or in the refrigerator), and consume as soon as possible.
・Please let it cool completely before packing it into the lunch box and closing the lid.
When using fresh vegetables or fruits, wash them thoroughly and drain them completely before packing.
