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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
Banana Leaf Sticky Rice
comfortsimplethaivegetarianvegansoftfluffyweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Rinse sticky rice under cold water until water runs clear, about 1 minute.

  2. Step 2

    Combine rice, coconut milk, water, and salt in a pot. Stir, bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

  3. Step 3

    Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.

  4. Step 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. Step 5

    If using parchment, divide warm rice between two sheets, fold loosely, and let cool 1 minute.

  6. Step 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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