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Lunch Box Recipes

Cultural Context

In Pakistan, lunch boxes are a staple for students and workers, often filled with a variety of dishes that reflect the country's rich culinary heritage. These lunch boxes, or 'tiffins', typically include a mix of proteins, vegetables, and carbohydrates, designed to be nutritious and satisfying. Modern variations often incorporate global influences while retaining traditional flavors, making lunch boxes a beloved choice for meals on the go.

PakistaniPKmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 chicken breasts
garam masala
salt
water
1/2 cup cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon black pepper
green onions
butter
broth
bread

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu provides a plant-based protein alternative.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and adds a cheesy flavor.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is higher in protein and lower in sugar.

pasta

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: rice

Whole wheat pasta adds fiber and nutrients.

1

Boil 2 chicken breasts with garam masala and salt in water until cooked, leaving some broth.

2

Shred the chicken or chop it finely in a chopper.

3

Add 1/2 cup cream and a little more than 1/2 cup mayonnaise to the chicken.

4

Mix in 1 teaspoon black pepper and more salt to taste.

5

Chop green onions and add them to the mixture.

6

Mix everything well, and you can add your favorite vegetables like carrots or bell peppers.

7

Melt some butter with a little broth in a pan.

8

Mix the melted butter into the chicken mixture.

9

Cut the corners off the bread and fill it with the chicken mixture on both sides.

10

Cut the sandwiches in half if desired.

Cooking Techniques

boilingstir-fryingbaking

Equipment Needed

panchopper

Spice Level:

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Dietary

nut-free

Allergens

milkwheatnuts

Also Known As

Tiffin RecipesPakistani Lunch Box Ideas

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