GLUTINOUS RICE 1KG

Glutinous rice, also known as sticky rice, sweet rice, or waxy rice, is a type of rice that becomes particularly sticky when cooked due to its high starch content, specifically amylopectin. Despite its name, it does not contain gluten, and the term “glutinous” refers to its glue-like texture rather than gluten.

This rice is predominantly grown and consumed in East, Southeast, and South Asia, and it’s an integral part of many traditional dishes in countries like Thailand, China, Japan, and Laos. The grains of glutinous rice can be either short or long, and they are typically opaque in their uncooked form. When cooked, they develop a soft, chewy, and very sticky texture, making them ideal for molding into shapes or using in desserts and savory dishes.

Common uses include:

• Sweets and desserts: Used in dishes like Thai mango sticky rice or Japanese mochi.
• Savory dishes: Such as sticky rice with pork, sausages, or wrapped in banana leaves.
• Dumplings and snacks: It’s used to make rice cakes and dim sum.

Glutinous rice is often steamed rather than boiled to maintain its sticky quality, and it is commonly served with hands or utensils like chopsticks due to its clumping nature.