Glutinous rice flour is essential for making Asian desserts with a soft, sticky, and elastic texture. Unlike regular rice flour, it becomes sticky when cooked.
Usage:
Traditional desserts:
Ideal for making Japanese mochi, coconut balls, or the famous steamed sticky rice cakes.
Sweet rice dumplings:
It is the main ingredient for Bánh Trôi (Vietnamese sweet rice balls) or Tangyuan (Chinese sweet dumplings in soup).
Binding agent:
Used in some recipes for sauces or fillings to create a thicker and creamier texture.
💡 Chef’s tips:
Perfect dough: Gradually mix with warm water until you get a soft dough that no longer sticks to your fingers.
Balanced texture: For less sticky and firmer cakes, you can mix in a small amount of rice flour with the glutinous rice flour.
⚠️ Important notes:
Name clarification: Despite the name “glutinous,” it is naturally gluten-free. The term refers only to its sticky texture.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Once opened, transfer to an airtight container to prevent moisture.