Special Taro Or Banana With Sticky Rice Recipe
Make Special Taro Or Banana With Sticky Rice Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Coconut Sauce
Toppings (optional)
Method
Preparation of Sticky Rice
- 1
Soak 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
Steam Sticky Rice
After soaking, drain the sticky rice and place it in a steamer lined with cheesecloth. Steam for about 30-40 minutes until the rice is translucent and sticky.
Cooking Taro or Banana
- 3
Prepare Taro or Banana
If using taro, peel and cut it into bite-sized pieces. If using banana, peel and keep them whole or cut into halves.
- 4
Steam Taro or Banana
Place the taro pieces or banana in the steamer with the sticky rice during the last 10-15 minutes of steaming.
Making Coconut Sauce
- 5
Combine Ingredients
In a saucepan, combine the coconut milk, sugar, salt, cornstarch, and water. Mix well until cornstarch is dissolved.
- 6
Cook Sauce
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens slightly and is smooth. Remove from heat.
Assembly
- 7
Serve
Place a portion of sticky rice on a plate, add the steamed taro or banana on top, and drizzle with coconut sauce. Add optional toppings if desired.
