How to Make Sticky Rice (Foolproof Method!)

How to Make Sticky Rice (Foolproof Method!)

from thewoksoflife.com
45 min
4 servings

Foolproof instructions to make sticky rice without a rice cooker or special equipment. Our method makes perfect sticky rice every time!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sweet rice/sticky rice/glutinous rice
  • Water

Directions

  1. 1

    Add the sticky rice to a mixing bowl or other deep container. Fill it with water so that the water level is at least 3 inches above the rice, as the rice will expand when soaking.

  2. 2

    Soak for 6 to 24 hours. Soak it longer if you want your sticky rice to have a softer texture.

  3. 3

    Drain the water (no need to shake off the excess water), and evenly arrange the soaked sticky rice on a heat-proof, rimmed plate or bamboo steamer lined with natural steamer liners or parchment paper.

  4. 4

    Cover and steam for 30-45 minutes. When making larger batch of rice, steam in two batches or steam longer. You can check the rice and increase the steaming time if need be.

  5. 5

    Keep the sticky rice in the steamer or covered to prevent drying out until you serve it or use it in a recipe.