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    What kind of rice is normally used to make sticky rice?
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    “Sticky rice,” also known as “glutinous rice,” refers to a variety of different types or rice grown in Southeast and East Asia. Some common types include bora saul, bini dhan, kao hnyin, nuòmǐ, and mochigome.
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    Is sticky rice good for you?
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    True sticky rice is sticky because it’s very high in starch. It’s also not very high in nutrients, so it isn’t the healthiest option. Avoid eating sticky rice if you have problems with high blood sugar.
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    What’s the difference between regular rice and sticky rice?
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    Sticky rice is higher in a certain type of starch, known as amylopectin, than other types of rice. That’s what gives it the distinctive sticky texture.
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    How many servings does this recipe make?
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    About two servings.
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    Can this make rice balls?
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    Nope. Not sticky enough. They do not hold their shape. I have added an egg and bread crumb mixture to this type of rice and formed it into balls and deep fried them, though.
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    If I have sushi rice, can it be made in rice cooker?
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    Yes, it can.
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    Should I soak my sushi rice in water first, then put it in boiling water?
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    Soak your sushi rice, drain it, then put it in a pot with water. The water should not be boiling when the rice is added, as they need to heat together for the rice to cook properly.
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    Can I make sushi with this rice?
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    Yes, but it may be hard to add egg, salami, etc. in the middle of it. If you use a spoon to poke a hole in the middle it will work.
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    Can I use white vinegar to make sticky rice with regular rice?
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    Yes, you can! You can use the same amount of it and it will still work well.
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    I am making half the quantity of sticky rice so I am using half rice and half water. So how much time should I cook it for for? Should I only cook for half of the time or full?
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    Cook it for the full time. The rice won't cook through if you cut the time in half.
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