MANILA, Philippines – The school baon is an important food source for your child because what you put in the lunchbox will affect his performance in the classroom, his energy during playtime and at the gym, and could shape his food choices later on.
The benefits of preparing a healthy packed lunch are tremendous but it can be a difficult task since healthy does not always mean delicious, and making healthy and delicious meals is not always easy.
Food variations in terms of shape, size, color, and texture will add appeal to your kid’s baon. And by including your child in the baon-planning process, you are making long-term healthy changes in his diet.
One of the ways to get them to eat healthy is to add vegetables in protein-packed (Monterey) meat dishes.
Lean meat is a very good source of iron to prevent anemia and low energy, while zinc helps ensure a healthy immune system to protect against infection. B vitamins available in meats also help in the formation of red blood cells and in the maintenance of the central nervous system.
Torpedo Steak Sandwich
Filling:
1/2 k. Monterey sukiyaki cut
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2cup sugar
2 tbsps. Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsps. rice wine (optional)
2 tbsps. garlic, minced
dash of pepper
one 200-g. bar Magnolia Quickmelt Cheese, cut into sticks
1/2 cup Magnolia Buttercup
Star Margarine
1 pck. hotdog buns or baguette
Procedure:
In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic and pepper. Add Monterey sukiyaki cut into the mixture. Set aside for a few minutes.
To assemble, top pieces of meat with cheese sticks. Roll each piece of meat and secure ends with a toothpick.
Melt Star Margarine in a pan and fry meat pieces a few at a time. Serve in hotdog bun, baguette or whole wheat bread.
Makes 6 servings.