Glutinous rice flour is a fine flour made from sticky rice, commonly used in Asian desserts, dumplings and chewy snacks. Despite the name, it does not contain gluten. The word “glutinous” refers to its sticky texture after cooking.
What Makes Glutinous Rice Flour Different?
Compared with regular rice flour, glutinous rice flour creates a softer and chewier texture. This makes it ideal for recipes that need elasticity and stickiness.
Popular dishes include:
- mochi
- rice cakes
- tang yuan
- sesame balls
- Vietnamese desserts
How Is It Used in Cooking?
Glutinous rice flour is often mixed with water, coconut milk or sugar depending on the recipe. It is widely used across Chinese, Korean, Japanese and Southeast Asian cooking.
Many UK customers buy it for homemade desserts because it is easy to work with and suitable for both sweet and savoury recipes.
Where to Buy Glutinous Rice Flour in the UK
Asian supermarkets are usually the best place to find authentic glutinous rice flour brands. Longdan offers a wide selection of Asian baking and cooking ingredients online and in store.