Sticky Rice in Banana Leaf
Sweet sticky rice steamed in banana leaf packets—a Thai comfort classic that's naturally vegetarian. Perfectly chewy, naturally sweet, ready in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 240
- Protein
- 3g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Rinse sticky rice under cold water until the water runs mostly clear, about 1 minute.
Step 2
Heat coconut milk, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves, ~2 minutes.
Step 3
Stir the warm coconut mixture into the drained rice until evenly coated.
Step 4
Divide the rice among banana leaf pieces, placing a spoonful in the center of each leaf. Fold the leaf like an envelope to seal the packet.
Step 5
Fill a pot with 1 inch of water and bring to a boil. Set a steamer basket inside, then place the packets in the basket, folded side up.
Step 6
Cover and steam for 10 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the leaves smell fragrant. Unfold carefully and sprinkle with sesame seeds if using.
Tools you’ll need
- colander
- small saucepan
- mixing bowl or large spoon
- steamer pot with steamer basket
- kitchen scissors (optional, for trimming banana leaves)
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