The Fascinating Cuisine of Laos: From Sticky Rice to Mekong Stingrays

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.

Rinse glutinous rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Soak the rice in water for at least 6 hours or overnight.

Drain the soaked rice and place it in a steamer lined with banana leaves.

Steam the rice over simmering water for about 30-40 minutes until tender and sticky.

In a separate saucepan, heat coconut milk with salt and sugar until dissolved.

Remove the rice from the steamer and transfer it to a mixing bowl.

Pour the warm coconut milk mixture over the rice and gently fold it in until well combined.

Let the rice sit for about 10 minutes to absorb the coconut milk.

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