Zongzi
Sticky rice parcels wrapped in bamboo leaves, steamed until tender and served with soy sauce, chili oil, and sesame seeds. A quick, simplified version of the classic Chinese snack.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 6g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Soak the 1 cup sticky rice in water for at least 30 minutes, then drain well.
Step 2
Soak the 6 bamboo leaves in hot water for 10 minutes until pliable, then pat dry.
Step 3
Overlap 2 leaves to form a cone; fill with the drained rice, fold the leaves over to enclose, and tie with kitchen string.
Step 4
Steam the parcels over boiling water for 20 minutes, until the rice is tender and translucent.
Step 5
Unwrap, drizzle with 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp chili oil, and sprinkle with 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- steamer
- kitchen string
- bowl
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