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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

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'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."

Quel goût a le/la/l'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.

Valeurs nutritionnelles

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

Le secret du chef

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

Substituts & Proportions pour Sweet Rice

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Sweet Rice est Arborio Rice, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Offers a similar creamy, chewy texture, though less sticky. Good for risottos.

Substituts pour Sweet Rice avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Arborio Rice Meilleur 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.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Sweet Rice

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

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Sweet Rice ?

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

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Sweet Rice ?

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

Quel est un bon substitut pour Sweet Rice ?

Le meilleur substitut est Arborio Rice (1:1). Offers a similar creamy, chewy texture, though less sticky. Good for risottos.

Comment choisir et conserver le Sweet Rice ?

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

Ingrédients Grain associés

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