Traditional preparation for an authentic, chewy consistency

Servings: 4 | Preparation time: 4+ hours soak | Cooking time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 cups Sticky rice (Be sure to use sticky rice) variety)

• Water for soaking

• Banana leaves or cheesecloth (for steaming)

Optional utensils:

• Bamboo steamer

• Traditional Thai sticky rice basket (Huad)

Directions:

1. rice Soak in cold water for at least 4 hours (or overnight)

2. Drain thoroughly in a sieve 

3. In a bamboo basket/steamer lined with leaves Steam for 20–25 minutes

4. rice Turn halfway through cooking to ensure even cooking

Tips:

✔ Key to Thai/Laotian cuisine
✔ For optimal consistency, serve immediately
✔ Steam again for leftovers

Nutritional benefits:

• Gluten-free (despite the name “glutinous”)

• High saturation factor

[Serving suggestion]
Combine this Mango slices + coconut milk for a classic dessert