Grain | Vegan Vegetarian Gluten Free

Sweet Rice

Oryza sativa var. glutinosa Allergen-Free
sweet rice

Sourcing & Taxonomy

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

¿Qué es 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."

¿A qué sabe 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.

Información Nutricional

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

El Secreto del Chef

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

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Sweet Rice

El mejor sustituto para Sweet Rice es Arborio Rice, usado en una proporción de 1:1. Offers a similar creamy, chewy texture, though less sticky. Good for risottos.

Sustitutos para Sweet Rice con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Arborio Rice Mejor 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.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Sweet Rice

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

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Sweet Rice?

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

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Sweet Rice?

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

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Sweet Rice?

El mejor sustituto es Arborio Rice (1:1). Offers a similar creamy, chewy texture, though less sticky. Good for risottos.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Sweet Rice?

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

Ingredientes Relacionados de Grain

¿Necesitas un sustituto para Sweet Rice ahora mismo, o una receta que lo use? Pregúntale a Sous, tu sous-chef de IA.