Woman Reveals Secret to Making Hot and Delicious Lunchbox Meals

The lunches prepared by Ms. Thanh Thao herself for her husband and herself to bring to the office have received high praise from many people.

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Vo Thi Thanh Thao (30 years old, in Ho Chi Minh City) shared with Thanh Nien her tips and tricks for making office lunches fast, convenient, and delicious.

Thao said that she and her husband have a 3-year-old child. Both of them love homemade meals, so they bring lunch boxes every day. Thao cooks according to the family’s taste, clean and safe. The couple also agreed that each person has their own task, such as cooking for the wife while the husband handles miscellaneous tasks, taking care of the child… so that they can leave for work without being late and still have a good lunch box to bring along.

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Thao’s dishes are both delicious and nutritious

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“I marinate the food in advance from the evening and wake up early to cook. Because of the busy work, I often go to the market to buy groceries at the end of the week. Then I divide the food and store it in the refrigerator. Before cooking, I marinate the food in advance to save time and let the food absorb the flavors better,” Thao shared. To keep the rice warm until noon, Thao usually pours hot water under the lunch box.

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Thao wakes up early to prepare food for the family

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“I often look up menus online to refer to what others are cooking and buy suitable groceries. I have a young child, so I don’t have much time,” Thao shared.

“Occasionally, my husband and I still eat out, but because of his sensitive stomach, we are very limited. At home, we repeat the main dish during the day, only changing the soup or other vegetables in the evening. I cook mainly in the morning, cooking for the whole day so that I have time to play with my child in the evening,” the woman said.

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Thao often makes rice rolls for her family

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Thao said that her husband loves to eat rice rolls. At 5am, Thao wakes up to cook the rice, then washes and soaks the vegetables in salted water. After lightly boiling them, she drains the water, then stir-fries each type of vegetable with sauce such as oyster sauce, soy sauce, seasoning powder… When the rice is cooked, she takes it out, rolls it up in a lunch box, and brings it to work.

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Thao’s family rarely eats out

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“I wake up early to exercise a little and also to cook the three meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Waking up early also helps me stay healthier, no more staying up late,” Thao revealed.

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Many people admire Thao’s lunch boxes

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Frequently asked questions

The secret lies in using a thermal lunch box and preparing meals with ingredients that retain heat well. A thermal lunch box keeps food hot for hours without needing reheating. Choose recipes with rice, soups, stews, or dishes with sauces as they stay warm and taste better.

Invest in a good thermal lunch box with vacuum insulation technology. Prepare your meals with heat-retaining ingredients like rice, soups, or stews. Use hot water to pre-warm the lunch box before packing food. Keep food in airtight containers to retain moisture and freshness.

Try making rice bowls with teriyaki chicken, beef, or tofu. You can also pack pasta dishes like mac and cheese, lasagna, or spaghetti bolognese. Soups and stews are excellent options, too, such as tomato soup, minestrone, or beef stew.

Add variety by experimenting with different cuisines and flavors. Include colorful vegetables, herbs, and spices to enhance the taste and appearance of your meals. Use fun and creative bento box ideas, such as shaping food into cute shapes or creating food art.

Use portion control to ensure you don’t pack too much food. Pack your lunch box strategically by placing heavier items at the bottom and lighter, more delicate items on top. Utilize small containers or compartments to separate different foods and prevent mixing.

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