Glutinous Rice And Chinese Sausage Wrapped In Banana Leaves Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Soak the glutinous rice in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
• STEP 2.Drain the rice and mix it with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil.
• STEP 3.In a separate pan, sauté Chinese sausages, mushrooms, and shallots until fragrant.
• STEP 4.Add the sautéed mixture to the rice and mix well.
• STEP 5.Take a piece of banana leaf and place a portion of the rice mixture in the center.
• STEP 6.Fold the banana leaf to form a neat parcel and secure it with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
• STEP 7.Steam the wrapped parcels for about 30-40 minutes until the rice is cooked and sticky.
• STEP 8.Remove the toothpicks or twine before serving.
• STEP 9.Serve the Glutinous Rice and Chinese Sausage Wrapped in Banana Leaves hot as a main course or as a snack.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to use glutinous rice specifically meant for this dish, as regular rice won't give the desired sticky texture.
• You can add other ingredients like dried shrimp, chestnuts, or salted egg yolks for additional flavor and texture.
• If you don't have banana leaves, you can use parchment paper or aluminum foil as a substitute.

Storage and Serving

• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, steam the parcels again until heated through.
• Serve the Glutinous Rice and Chinese Sausage Wrapped in Banana Leaves as is or with a side of chili sauce for added spice.