Banana Leaf Sticky Rice
Glutinous rice steamed in banana leaf parcels with a touch of coconut and salt—Thai street-style comfort food ready in 20 minutes. Unwrap and eat warm.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 4g
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups sticky rice (glutinous rice)
- ¾ cup coconut milk
- ¾ cup water
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large sheets banana leaves (or parchment paper)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Rinse sticky rice under cold water until water runs clear, about 1 minute.
- 2
Combine rice, coconut milk, water, and salt in a pot. Stir, bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 3
Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
- 4
If using banana leaves, quickly soften over a gas flame or in hot water, then divide rice between the leaves and fold into parcels.
- 5
If using parchment, divide warm rice between two sheets, fold loosely, and let cool 1 minute.
- 6
Unwrap, top with sesame seeds if desired, and serve warm.
Tools you’ll need
- medium pot with lid
- wooden spoon
- kitchen tongs
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