BASIC STICKY RICE
Also known as "sweet rice" or glutinous rice (though it's gluten free), sticky rice is a large white grain that becomes translucent, shiny and extremely sticky when steamed. Sticky rice is a staple in Laos, where it is especially beloved, but it has ardent fans throughout Asia. Traditionally, it's cooked over steam in a conical woven basket. If you don't have such a steamer, you can use a standard stacking steamer, a colander lined with muslin or cheesecloth, or a fine mesh strainer that fits over a saucepan. For the best texture, cooking sticky rice over hot steam is ideal, but it is possible to pull it off in an electric rice cooker, using less water than usual, or in a pot on the stove. What follows are the basic instructions for success.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories side dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 1
Steps:
- Put rice in a bowl and rinse several times in cold water until water is clear, not milky, then drain. Cover rice with cold water and let soak for at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours.
- Drain rice using a fine-meshed sieve or colander (line with cheesecloth if colander holes are too large). Place rice over a pot of rapidly simmering water (don't allow water to touch sieve) and steam, covered, for 15 minutes.
- Remove lid and flip rice over. Continue steaming, covered, for 10 minutes, until rice is translucent and glossy. Taste to make sure rice is completely cooked; it may take up to 10 minutes more. Turn off heat. Fluff rice with a wooden spoon, then cover and let rest for 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 176, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 39 grams, Fat 0 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 0 milligrams
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Artiola Thaci
[email protected]This recipe is a bit too bland for my taste. I would recommend adding some more flavorings, such as garlic, ginger, or green onions.
Ak Siyal
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I've never made sticky rice before, but I'm so glad I did! It was surprisingly easy to make and turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Khn Niazi
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for sticky rice. It's so simple and always turns out great. I love that I can make it in my rice cooker.
Muhammad Zawar
[email protected]I tried this recipe last night and it was delicious! The rice was perfectly cooked and had a great sticky texture. I served it with some grilled chicken and vegetables, and it was a perfect meal.
Uh Shantha
[email protected]This sticky rice recipe is a game-changer! It's so easy to make and turns out perfect every time. I love that it doesn't require any special ingredients or equipment. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.