How to Make Sticky Rice | Steamer and Rice Cooker methods from a Chinese Mom! | The Woks of Life

glutinous rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: regular rice

Brown rice adds fiber and nutrients, while regular rice is more economical.

dried shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu is a plant-based protein alternative, while canned fish is often less expensive.

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: ground turkey

Chicken breast is leaner, and ground turkey is a budget-friendly protein.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: salt

Tamari is gluten-free, while salt is a basic seasoning.

Soak the glutinous rice for at least 6 to 24 hours, ideally overnight.

If using a rice cooker, soak for 2 hours as an alternative.

Prepare a cheesecloth by wetting it thoroughly so it is dripping wet to prevent rice from sticking.

In a steamer, ensure there is at least 2 to 3 inches of water, but make sure it doesn't touch the rice when boiling.

Drain the soaked rice and spread it evenly in a flat bowl or a steam basket lined with the wet cheesecloth.

If using a solid bottom container, add a couple of tablespoons of water to the rice for a wetter texture, but do not exceed a third of a cup for 2 cups of rice.

Pre-boil the water in the steamer until it is boiling hot before placing the rice in.

Steam the rice on medium-high heat for 30 to 45 minutes, checking the water level periodically to prevent burning.

After steaming, let the rice sit for a few minutes before serving.

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