Rice Bowl with Veggie Flowers and Hoisin

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   Special equipment: decorative cookie cutters

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   Slice the sides of the peppers off in 4 pieces.

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   Place the pepper pieces skin-side up and press down to flatten slightly.

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   Use your favorite small cookie cutters to cut out as many shapes as possible.

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   (Use the bottom of a measuring cup to help push the cutters through the pepper).

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   Place the peas in a strainer and rinse briefly under warm water just to remove their chill.

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   Blot dry.

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   Toss the rice, vinegar, oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and few grinds of pepper together in a large bowl.

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   Evenly divide the rice among 4 lunch containers with lids.

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    Top each with some of the pepper shapes, some of the peas and 1 teaspoon hoisin sauce.

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    Pack 2 tablespoons sesame snack sticks separately with each serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.