How to Make Pork Piccata Bento

Tender pork coated in a fluffy egg batter for a moist, satisfying, and flavor!

The main dish of this bento is pork piccata with a wonderfully fragrant, cheesy aroma. The butter–soy sauce side dish is savory and aromatic, making it especially appetizing. To balance the flavors, the other side dish is a light, refreshing marinated salad. The result is a bento that is beautifully balanced in color, taste, and nutrition.

pork tenderloin – 4 slices (100 g / 3.5 oz.)
flour – as needed
egg – 1
grated parmesan cheese – 2 Tbsp (10 g / 0.4 oz.)
salt – 1/4 tsp
pepper – a pinch
cooking oil – 1/2 Tbsp

green asparagus – 1 stalk (18 g / 0.6 oz.)
cauliflower –  3 florets (40 g / 1.4 oz.)
olive oil – 1 tsp
butter –  5 g (0.2 oz.)
Kikkoman Soy Sauce – 1 tsp

red bell pepper –  1/4 piece (40 g / 1.4 oz.)
vinegar – 1/2 tsp
salt and pepper – a pinch of each
smoked paprika powder –  a pinch

cooked rice – 150 g (5.3 oz.)
baby leaf lettuce mixes –  15 g (0.5 oz.)
oil-marinated dried tomatoes –  2

Calories and Cooking Time

Prepare the Bento Dishes

1. 1Peel the lower half of the asparagus stalks, then slice them diagonally into 2 cm (0.8 in.) pieces.

1. 2Cut the bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.

1. 3Cut the pork into four equal pieces. Season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt and a little pepper.

1. 4Heat olive oil in a fry pan over medium heat. Add the cauliflower and asparagus and cook for about 1 minute. Add butter and 1 tsp Kikkoman Soy Sauce, mix to coat, then remove and let cool.

1. 5In a bowl, beat the egg with 2 Tbsp Parmesan cheese. Coat the pork from step 3 lightly with flour, then dip it into the egg mixture.

1. 6Heat oil in the fry pan over medium heat, then place the bell pepper on one side of the pan and the pork on the other. Cook for about 2 minutes. Once the bell pepper is cooked through, transfer it to a bowl to cool.

1. 7Flip the pork slices over and pour the remaining egg mixture underneath. Cook for 2 minutes, then remove and let cool.

1. 8To the bowl with the cooked bell pepper, add 1/2 tsp vinegar, salt and pepper, and smoked paprika powder, then mix.

Pack the Bento

1. 1Fill half of the bento box with rice and let it cool.

1. 2Place a layer of baby leaf lettuce mixes between the rice and the rest of the box.

1. 3Fill half of the remaining space with the pork piccata.

1. 4Add the asparagus and cauliflower sauteed in butter and soy sauce.

1. 5Add the marinated bell peppers.

1. 6Top the rice with oil-marinated dried tomatoes.

*　The steps are arranged to prepare multiple dishes at once for efficiency.

With just a few easy tips, packing a bento can be fun, stress-free, and beautifully organized!

A Beginner’s Guide to Delicious Bento Recipes

“Bento” refers to Japan’s traditional lunch box. It typically includes rice, a protein, and vegetables, all neatly arranged in one container. Nutritious, colorful, and exciting to open—bento is something you can truly enjoy. Let’s get started!

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About the Recipe Author

Yuko Ihara

Having lived in England and the U.S., Yuko Ihara is well-versed in a wide range of culinary genres. As a culinary researcher, she creates dishes for magazines and books, develops corporate menus, and also engages in product development and food consulting. She introduces easy-to-follow tips on how to make delicious food at home, emphasizing the importance of seasonality and healthful eating. When travelling, she loves to search for delicious vegetables and ingredients.

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Published on Mar 24, 2026   Written by Yuki Asanomi