veganSoak the rice
Place the glutinous rice in a bowl, cover it with cold water, and let it soak for at least 4 hours—or overnight if you want to plan ahead—until the grains are swollen and opaque.
Drain well
Pour the soaked rice into a fine-mesh sieve or colander and let it drain thoroughly. Shake off any excess water so the grains are damp, not dripping, before steaming.
Steam the rice
Transfer the rice to a steamer basket lined with a thin cloth or parchment, spreading it into an even layer without packing it down. Set it over water at a steady simmer, cover, and steam for 20 minutes; lift the lid, fluff the top layer, then steam for 5 more minutes until the grains are tender, glossy, and slightly translucent.
Serve warm
Scoop the sticky rice into a bowl or onto a platter and serve it warm right away.
