What kind of Rice?!
Is used to make sticky rice?
Answers: Is used in Mexicain Food Resturants
Is used to make sticky rice?
Sticky rice is a type of short grained rice. It is sometimes called sweet rice since it is often used in sweet dishes. Most rice sold in the US is long grain rice and does not develop the same stickiness when cooked. You should be able to find it in any Asian market.
cajun rice?
yellow rice
The rice to make Mexican Yellow rice is not the same as the rice that is used to make sticky rice if you are referring to the rice used for sushi. That rice is called short grained rice
Mexican Yellow Rice
1 cup long grain white rice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1-2 teaspoon ground achiote powder or achiote paste (I tend to use closer to 2 teaspoons)
1 small white onion, finely minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
1/2 jalapeno, finely minced (optional)
salt
cilantro leaves, for garnish
1. Place the rice in a heat-proof bowl and pour enough boiling water to cover. Let rice stand 20 minutes. Drain, then rinse under cool water. Drain again.
2. Heat the oil in a saucepan on medium heat. Add the achiote powder and cook for about 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the diced onion and garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes or until the onion is translucent. Stir in the rice, toss to coat and cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. (The rice will want to stick to the bottom of the pan, so scrape it up using a metal spatula.).
3. Pour in the fresh stock, mix well and bring rice to a boil.
4. Lower the heat, cover the pan and simmer 25-30 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed.
5. Just before serving, add the minced jalapeno if using, season to taste with salt. Transfer the rice to a serving dish and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.