Thai Sticky Rice Ball Recipe
Grilled sticky rice ball served with soy sauce, pepper, scallion, and garlic.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Sticky Rice
Rinse the sticky rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- 2
Cook the Rice
Drain the soaked rice and place it in a steamer basket lined with cheesecloth. Steam the rice over boiling water for about 30-40 minutes until tender.
- 3
Form Rice Balls
Once the rice is cooked, let it cool slightly. Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking, then take a small handful of rice and form it into a ball. Repeat until all the rice is shaped.
- 4
Grill the Rice Balls
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Lightly oil the grill surface. Place the rice balls on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they are golden and slightly crispy.
- 5
Prepare the Sauce
Chop the scallions and mince the garlic. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, black pepper, minced garlic, and half of the chopped scallions.
- 6
Serve
Serve the grilled sticky rice balls warm with the soy sauce mixture on the side. Garnish with the remaining scallions.
