Glutinous Rice ROYAL THAI, 1 kg Bring authentic Thai and Southeast Asian tradition to your kitchen with ROYAL THAI Glutinous Rice, prized for its high starch content that makes the grains stick together completely once cooked, creating the signature dense, chewy texture that sets it apart from regular rice. This 1kg bag delivers the dry, matte-white, opaque grains typical of true sticky rice — a favorite throughout northern and northeastern Thailand and neighboring Laos. Traditionally eaten with the fingers to scoop up curries, chili pastes, and grilled meats, this versatile rice is also the essential base for beloved Thai desserts like mango sticky rice. Perfect for Thai cuisine enthusiasts, dessert makers, or anyone wanting the authentic chewy texture that only true glutinous rice delivers. Quick Facts What it is: Thai glutinous (sticky) rice, also called sweet, waxy, or botan rice Main ingredient: 100% glutinous rice Texture: Dense, extremely chewy, sticks together fully when cooked Size: 1kg bag Nutrition (per 100g, uncooked): Approx. 355 kcal Origin: Product of Thailand Best for: Mango sticky rice, savory Thai/Lao dishes, traditional preparations eaten by hand with curries and grilled meats FAQ What makes glutinous rice different from regular sticky rice? While most Thai rice becomes somewhat sticky when cooked, true glutinous rice is a distinct variety with much higher starch content, making it dense, chewy, and fully stick together — unlike jasmine or other softer sticky rice types. How is glutinous rice traditionally prepared? Authentic preparation involves soaking the rice for hours, then steaming, which yields its famous chewy texture — this bag saves you the lengthy prep by delivering ready-to-cook rice. What dishes is glutinous rice used for? It's the essential ingredient in Thai desserts like mango sticky rice, and is traditionally eaten by hand alongside curries, chili pastes, and grilled meats in northern Thai and Lao cuisine. Is glutinous rice gluten-free? Yes, despite its name, glutinous rice contains no gluten — "glutinous" refers to its sticky, glue-like texture, not gluten content.