How to Cook Sticky Rice, Wenzhou Style | Mama Meals

glutinous rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: regular rice

Quinoa is a healthier grain option, while regular rice is more affordable.

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken is leaner, and tofu is a budget-friendly protein alternative.

shiitake mushrooms

🥗Healthier: portobello mushrooms

💰Cheaper: button mushrooms

Portobello provides a similar texture, while button mushrooms are less expensive.

bamboo leaves

💰Cheaper: aluminum foil

Aluminum foil can be used for wrapping if bamboo leaves are unavailable.

Soak glutinous rice in water overnight to cook faster.

Slice the dried mushrooms into small pieces.

Cut the pork belly into small chunks and soften it with a knife.

Add about 10 dollars worth of cooking oil to a pan.

Add pork belly to the pan along with cooking wine, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and umami powder.

After cooking the mixture, remove the sticky rice from the steamer.

Add green peas to the sticky rice as a common ingredient in the creator's family recipe.

Top the dish with Chinese pickles before serving.

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