Glutinous Rice

Also Known As : Waxy rice, Sticky rice, Sweet rice

Technical Name : Oryza sativa var. glutinosa

Descriptions
details

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has sweet taste.

Usage Tips

Glutinous rice can be used to make sticky rice dumplings.
It can be served with spiced tuna fish in banana leaf.
It is also used to make fried sticky rice cakes.
Glutinous rice can be served with fruits, nuts and honey.

Description

Glutinous rice is a round-grained rice which is recognizable by its sticky, glue-like texture. There are two varieties of glutinous rice such as short-grained rice and long-grained rice. It is mainly grown in Southeast, East Asia and the eastern parts of South Asia.

Health benefits

Glutinous rice have antioxidant properties which can lower the risk of chronic diseases and reduces oxidative stress.⁽¹⁾
It contains fibre which helps to regulate the insulin and glucose in the body and lowers the risk of diabetes.⁽¹⁾
Glutinous rice contains zinc, copper and B vitamins which boosts immune system.⁽¹⁾

Selection Guide

Glutinous rice comes in long and short varieties,choose according to your requirement.Check there is no moisture in the rice.

Note

Avoid consuming glutinous rice during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Excessive consumption of glutinous rice may cause injury to kidneys.⁽²⁾

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.organicfacts.net/sticky-rice.html

(2) https://herbpathy.com/Uses-and-Benefits-of-Glutinous-Rice-Cid1413

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