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Thai Sticky Rice

Cultural Context

Originating from the northeastern region of Thailand, Thai Sticky Rice is a staple food often enjoyed with savory dishes or sweet desserts. It holds cultural significance, particularly during festivals and family gatherings, where it is served alongside mango or used in traditional desserts. Today, its popularity has spread beyond Thailand, becoming a beloved dish in various Asian cuisines and enjoyed worldwide.

ThaiTHside
60 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups glutinous rice
4 cups water
1 cup coconut milk
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons sugar
5-6 pieces banana leaves

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

glutinous rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: regular rice

Brown rice offers more fiber and nutrients, while regular rice is more affordable.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories, while evaporated milk provides creaminess at a lower cost.

1

Wash the glutinous rice until the water runs clear.

2

Soak the rice for at least 6 hours or overnight.

3

Use a bamboo cone steamer, steamer rack with cloth, or metal sieve to steam the rice.

4

Steam the rice until tender and sticky.

5

Prepare a coconut milk mixture with salt and sugar, heating until dissolved.

6

Combine the steamed rice with the coconut milk mixture and let it absorb for about 10 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

steamingmixing

Equipment Needed

steamermixing bowlsaucepanbanana leaves

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegandairy-freegluten-freenut-free

Allergens

coconut

Also Known As

Khao Niew

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