Thai sweet rice is very sticky and can be formed into balls or eaten by hand.
Thailand sweet rice is known by a variety of names, most commonly referred to as sticky rice. When cooked, this rice sticks together and can be formed into shapes for eating by hand. It is extremely filling by itself, but it also pairs well with tofu, chicken or vegetable dishes. Other varieties of rice will not result in the same sticky, sweet flavor that authentic kao niow rice will, but can be used in some sweet rice recipes if absolutely necessary.
Instructions
Prepare the Rice
1. Soak the rice overnight before cooking.
2. Steam the rice in a wire-mesh colander placed over a pot of boiling water. Sticky rice will absorb the water and cook quickly.
3. Transfer the rice into a fry pan or onto a serving dish, depending on the recipe.
Sweet Rice with Mango
4. Mix 1 ½ cups coconut milk, 1 cup sugar and ½ tsp. salt in a saucepan over medium heat until boiling. Remove from heat.
5. Stir in 4 cups of rice. If a larger amount of rice is required, multiply the ingredients in Step 1 accordingly. Set aside for an hour.
6. Bring ½ cup coconut milk, 1 tbsp. sugar, ½ tsp. salt and 1 tbsp. tapioca starch to a boil.
7. Arrange the rice on a plate. Add a slice or two of mango on top of or beside the rice. Drizzle the sauce from Step 4 over the dish. Garnish with sesame seeds.
Sweet and Sour Rice Dip
8. Form the rice into small balls.
9. Heat equal parts white vinegar and white sugar in a saucepan until hot.
10. Remove from heat. For each cup of the vinegar/sugar solution, add 2 tsp. crushed red pepper, and salt and garlic to taste.
11. Serve the sauce in small bowls at room temperature, with several rice balls on the side for dipping.
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