Shumai is a staple of my “skate bento” boxes. On cold days, put them in an insulated container. “Yummy!” You can see the smile of a loved one behind the rising steam. A frying pan and a ...

In a large bowl, whisk soy sauce, vineger, sesame oil, mirin if desired, pepper and salt. Gradually whisk in cornstarch. Add ...

Add to the meat mixture and mix together. 5. Place about 35g of filling in a shumai wrapper. Form a ring with your fingers and gently hold the wrapper, then press the filling in using a spatula.

Season 5-12 Dry Nikujaga Bento & Colorful Shumai Bento Maki uses corn kernels and edamame to wrap shumai. And from London, a bento maker whose popularity is symbolic of the rise in vegan cuisine.