Xôi Gấc (Vietnamese Red Sticky Rice)
Món truyền thống · Vietnamese
A classic and vibrant Vietnamese sweet sticky rice dish, colored and flavored naturally by gac fruit. It's often served during Tết (Lunar New Year) and special occasions for good luck.
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- Glutinous rice (sticky rice)2 cups
- Gac fruit pulp1/2 cup
- Coconut milk1 cup
- Sugar1/4 cup
- Salt1/2 teaspoon
- Wateras needed
- Vegetable oil1 tablespoon
- Toasted sesame seeds1 tablespoon
Các bước
- 1
Rinse the glutinous rice thoroughly until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- 2
Drain the soaked rice. In a bowl, mix the drained rice with the gac fruit pulp, ensuring the rice is evenly coated with the red color. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes.
- 3
Steam the rice: Place the colored rice in a steamer basket lined with cheesecloth or a banana leaf. Steam over boiling water for about 30-40 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and tender.
- 4
While the rice is steaming, gently heat the coconut milk, sugar, and salt in a saucepan until the sugar dissolves. Do not boil.
- 5
Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl. Pour the warm coconut milk mixture over the hot rice and mix gently to combine. Add the vegetable oil and mix again.
- 6
Cover the bowl and let the rice rest for about 10-15 minutes to absorb the liquid.
- 7
Serve the Xôi Gấc warm. You can mold it into decorative shapes using a small bowl or ramekin. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds.
