Ingredient Name:  Black glutinous rice, glutinous rice, black sticky rice, wax rice, sweet rice, pearl rice

Traditional Chinese Name: 黑糯米 (Hēi nuòmǐ)

What is this?

• A type of short-grained Asian rice that becomes sticky when cooked
• It is relatively dense compared to other varieties of rice
• This rice has a long history with the Chinese (as far back as 2,000 year) and has many usages in Asia
• The black colour is either a different strain of glutinous rice or is the rice that still contains its bran
• Its usage is in desserts, with dim sum, as a meal with meats and vegetables or in soups (although not so commonly)

How do I prepare it?

• Rinse in warm water and use

Where can I buy this?

In most supermarkets, health food stores or speciality stores
Available at wetmarts in Hong Kong
You can buy them prepackaged or in the volume you want from the vendors

What is the cost?

• It is very affordable with a few dollars for a few grams

Any benefits?

Gluten free rice that is ideal for gluten-free diets

Any precautions?

• As with all starches, consume in moderation

Additional Information:

• Store in a dry, cool container away from open air and moisture
• You can store cooked glutinous rice in the fridge for up to 5 days and frozen in your freezer for up to 6 months

References:

• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glutinous_rice