Jul 14 2026
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Sticky Rice Recipe

Inspired by Hai Hai
Time2h
Serves4

Make Sticky Rice Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation of Sticky Rice

  1. 1

    Rinse the Rice

    Place the glutinous rice in a large bowl and rinse it under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch.

  2. 2

    Soak the Rice

    Soak the rinsed rice in enough water to cover it for at least 4 hours or overnight. This softens the grains and allows for even cooking.

  3. 3

    Drain the Rice

    After soaking, drain the rice well and set it aside.

Cooking Sticky Rice

  1. 4

    Prepare the Steamer

    Fill a steamer pot with water and bring it to a boil. If you don’t have a traditional steamer, you can use a heatproof plate or a basket lined with cheesecloth in a pot.

  2. 5

    Steam the Rice

    Place the soaked and drained rice in the steamer basket. Spread it out evenly and cover with a lid. Steam for about 20-30 minutes, or until the rice is translucent and sticky.

Preparing Coconut Sauce

  1. 6

    Make Coconut Sauce

    In a small saucepan, combine the coconut milk, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Do not let it boil.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve the Sticky Rice

    Once the sticky rice is done, remove it from the steamer. Serve it warm on a plate, drizzled with the coconut sauce. Optionally, sprinkle with sesame seeds or shredded coconut.

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