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Sweet Rice

Oryza sativa var. glutinosa Allergen-Free
sweet rice

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Poaceae
  • Primary Cuisine East Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Rice plant

Was ist Sweet Rice?

A type of glutinous rice, rich in amylopectin, making it sticky and chewy when cooked.

"The versatile grain behind beloved sticky rice dishes and mochi, cherished across Asia for its unique texture."

Wie schmeckt Sweet Rice?

Mildly sweet, neutral, starchy

Taste
Mild, subtly sweet, starchy
Texture
Very sticky, chewy, glutinous
Aroma
Neutral, subtly nutty when cooked
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Primary Use

Staple ingredient for desserts like mango sticky rice and savory dishes like Zongzi.

Starch Composition

Contains almost 100% amylopectin, leading to its characteristic stickiness.

Uncooked Storage

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 2 years.

Nährwertangaben

Per 45g (dry)
Calories370 kcal
Total Fat0.7 g
Saturated Fat0.2 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein6.7 g
Total Carbohydrate81 g
Dietary Fiber1.5 g
Total Sugars0.1 g
Calcium10 mg
Iron0.4 mg
Potassium110 mg

Geheimtipp des Chefs

Always soak sweet rice for at least 4 hours (or overnight) before steaming for best texture and even cooking.

Sweet Rice Ersatz & Verhältnisse

Der beste Ersatz für Sweet Rice ist Arborio Rice, verwendet im Verhältnis 1:1. Offers a similar creamy, chewy texture, though less sticky. Good for risottos.

Ersatz für Sweet Rice mit Verhältnissen
Ersatz Verhältnis Am besten geeignet für
Arborio Rice Am besten 1:1 Offers a similar creamy, chewy texture, though less sticky. Good for risottos.
Sushi Rice (Japanese short-grain) 1:1 Similar stickiness, though slightly firmer texture. Good for sushi or rice balls.
Regular White Rice + Starch 1:1 (with 1 tsp cornstarch per cup of rice) Pantry staple for general bulk, but won't replicate chewiness.

Wie man Sweet Rice auswählt & lagert

Look for "glutinous rice" or "sticky rice" on the label.

Womit passt Sweet Rice gut zusammen?

  • Coconut milk
  • mango
  • soy sauce
  • sesame oil
  • grilled meats
  • curries.

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Wie schmeckt Sweet Rice?

Mildly sweet, neutral, starchy Neutral, subtly nutty when cooked

Was ist ein guter Ersatz für Sweet Rice?

Der beste Ersatz ist Arborio Rice (1:1). Offers a similar creamy, chewy texture, though less sticky. Good for risottos.

Wie wählt und lagert man Sweet Rice?

Look for "glutinous rice" or "sticky rice" on the label.

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