Easiest Way to Prepare Tasty Character Bento Shiso, Ham, and Imitation Crab Chikuwa Rolls.

Character Bento Shiso, Ham, and Imitation Crab Chikuwa Rolls..

You can have Character Bento Shiso, Ham, and Imitation Crab Chikuwa Rolls. using 8 ingredients and 8 steps. Here is how you cook it.

Ingredients of Character Bento Shiso, Ham, and Imitation Crab Chikuwa Rolls.

1. It's 2 of Chikuwa.
2. Prepare 4 of leaves Shiso leaves.
3. Prepare 1 slice of Ham.
4. It's 1/2 stick of Imitation crab sticks.
5. You need 8 of Toothpicks.
6. You need of Garnish.
7. You need 1 of Ground sesame seeds.
8. Prepare 1 of Yukari seasoning.

Character Bento Shiso, Ham, and Imitation Crab Chikuwa Rolls. step by step

1. Cut the chikuwa lengthwise in half, the ham into fourths, the crab stick into fourths (try to keep some of the red in each part)..
2. Layer the shiso in paper towels and remove any excess moisture. Remove the stem end, and cut in half along the grain..
3. Put the shiso leaves in the chikuwa as shown in the photo..
4. Layer the ham and 2 pieces of crab onto the shiso, and roll the chikuwa around the ingredients tightly..
5. Fix both ends in place using the toothpicks..
6. Here is a view of what it should look like from the side..
7. Cut the roll in half between the toothpicks, using a sharp kitchen knife. You can also use a cute decorative toothpick if you are making a character bento..
8. Garnish with the ground sesame and yukari (salted and dried red shiso leaves) to your liking. I recommend using yukari if you have it..