Glutinous Sweet Rice

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Best used within 2 years for optimal freshness.

Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove excess starch and prevent clumping.

Soaking the rice for at least 30 minutes (or longer) before steaming can improve texture.

For a sweeter result, try steaming it with coconut milk or palm sugar.

It's essential for making dishes like mango sticky rice, mochi, and zongzi.

Coconut milk

Mango

Red bean paste

Sesame seeds

Pandan leaf

Savory stir-fries

Braised meats

Using regular long-grain rice instead of glutinous rice, which won't achieve the characteristic sticky texture.

Not rinsing the rice enough, leading to an overly gummy consistency.

Overcooking, which can make the rice mushy.