Description
This delicious Sticky Rice with Chinese Sausage is a savory Asian rice dish featuring tender, steamed glutinous rice combined with flavorful lap cheong, shiitake mushrooms, and a rich soy-based sauce. Perfect as a satisfying main course, it offers a delightful blend of textures and umami flavors.
Ingredients
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Rice
- 2 cups glutinous (sticky) rice, rinsed and soaked for at least 4 hours
Sausage and Vegetables
- 3 Chinese sausages (lap cheong), sliced diagonally
- 1/2 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
Sauces and Oils
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (or vegetarian oyster sauce)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Sticky Rice: Drain the soaked sticky rice thoroughly. Set up a bamboo steamer or a steamer basket lined with cheesecloth and steam the rice for 25-30 minutes until it becomes tender but still chewy.
- Sauté Aromatics: While the rice steams, heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onion, and sauté for about 2 minutes until they become fragrant and slightly translucent.
- Cook Sausage and Mushrooms: Add the sliced Chinese sausage and shiitake mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausage begins to release its oils and the mushrooms soften.
- Add Sauces and Seasonings: Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Mix well so the flavors combine thoroughly with the sausage and mushrooms.
- Combine Rice with Mixture: Gently fold the steamed sticky rice into the skillet, coating it evenly with the sauce, sausage, and mushroom mixture. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, stirring occasionally but gently to maintain the rice texture.
- Serve: Transfer the sticky rice to a serving dish and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve hot for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For extra flavor and texture, consider adding dried shrimp or water chestnuts during the sautéing step.
- Ensure the sticky rice is soaked for at least 4 hours for optimal softness and chewiness.
- Leftover sticky rice can be pan-fried lightly to create a crispy variation which adds a delightful texture contrast.
