Category: Grain
Sticky rice, also known as glutinous rice or sweet rice, is a type of rice that is especially sticky and glutinous when cooked. It is commonly used in Asian cuisine, particularly in dishes such as sushi, rice cakes, and desserts. The grains of sticky rice are short, round, and opaque, with a high starch content that gives it its characteristic sticky texture. Sticky rice is often steamed or boiled and can be served as a side dish or as a main ingredient in various dishes.
Flavor Profiles:
- Savory
- Sweet
What goes with Sticky Rice:
- Sugar –
- Coconut Milk – The rich and creamy texture of coconut milk adds moisture and flavor to sticky rice, making it a classic and delicious pairing.
- Grilled Chicken –
- Soy Sauce –
- Grilled Meats – Sticky rice has a mild flavor and soft, starchy texture that makes it a good complement to boldly-flavored, charred meats.
- Mango – The sweet and tangy flavor of mango complements the savory taste of many sticky rice dishes, such as mango sticky rice.
- Curries – Sticky rice is excellent for soaking up spicy, flavorful curry sauces, and its sticky texture makes it easy to eat with a spoon or your fingers.
- Durian – The creamy and pungent durian can overpower the subtle flavor of sticky rice, creating a unique and delicious combination.
- Fried Eggs – The creamy yolk of a fried egg pairs well with the subtle flavor and chewy texture of sticky rice.
- Grilled Pork – The saltiness and savoriness of grilled pork contrasts well with the sweetness of sticky rice.
- Fermented Soybeans (Tauco) – In Indonesian cuisine, sticky rice is often served with tauco, a salty, savory fermented soybean condiment that adds depth of flavor.