Vietnamese Pounded Green Sticky Rice And Fresh Pineapple Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Soak the green sticky rice in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
• STEP 2.Drain the rice and pound it using a mortar and pestle until it becomes sticky and chewy.
• STEP 3.Transfer the pounded rice to a steamer and steam for about 30 minutes or until cooked through.
• STEP 4.Meanwhile, peel and slice the fresh pineapple into bite-sized pieces.
• STEP 5.Serve the steamed pounded rice with the fresh pineapple slices.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to soak the rice for at least 4 hours to soften it before pounding.
• Use a mortar and pestle to pound the rice for the best texture.
• You can adjust the sweetness of the dessert by adding sugar or honey to the pounded rice.

Storage and Serving

• This dessert is best served fresh and warm.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• To reheat, steam the rice again until warm.