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Thailand Ingredient

Khao Niao (Sticky Rice)

イサーンの主食!手で丸めてタレをつける長粒のもち米

Vegan, Gluten-free

Description

Glutinous long-grain rice. The absolute staple of Northern and Isan cuisines. Steamed and served in small woven bamboo baskets (Kratip).

Classification: Rice

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How to use

Ingredients

  • Thai glutinous rice(Long-grain)

Instructions

  1. (Prep) Soak overnight, steam over boiling water using a traditional bamboo basket and pot (Huat).
Learn more Substitutes, pairings, tips

Key spices

None

Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets

Japanese glutinous rice (short-grain)

Pairing

Som Tum / Gai Yang / Larb

Trivia

[Difference] Less sticky than Japanese mochi rice; doesn't glue to your hands. Paired exclusively with 'dry/dipping dishes' (Isan food), not curries.

Eating tips & etiquette

Squeeze a ping-pong-sized ball with your right hand, dip it into Som Tum juices or meat dips, and eat directly.

Allergen

None

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