Sticky Rice In Lotus Leaf Recipe

Name: Sticky Rice In Lotus Leaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups cooked sticky rice; 4 lotus leaves; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon oyster sauce; 1 teaspoon soy sauce; Stuffing; 1/4 cup diced cooked chicken; 5 teaspoons shrimp, shelled and cooked; 2 teaspoons black mushrooms, cooked and diced; 1 egg, salted

Servings: persons

1
Wash the rice several times until the water runs clear.
2
Transfer the rice to a heavy pot or electric rice cooker and add the equal amount of water.
3
Simmer over low heat allowing the rice to steam for 15 minutes more with the cover on at all times.
4
Add sugar, salt, oyster sauce and soy salt to the rice and mix thoroughly.
5
Soak lotus leaves thoroughly in boiling water, wash them and spread them out on a table.
6
Mix all the stuffing ingredients together in a bowl.
7
Spread one thin layer of cooked sticky rice on each lotus leaf then add stuffing on top of rice in the centre.
8
Cover with another thin layer of sticky rice.
9
Fold the lotus leaves inwards and wrap well.
10
Steam them in the steamer over high heat for 10 minutes.

703

kcal

Calories

Fat

148

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups cooked sticky rice, 4 lotus leaves, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Sticky Rice In Lotus Leaf falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sticky Rice In Lotus Leaf

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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