Xôi Ngọt (Sweet Sticky Rice)

Ingredients

• 2 cups Sweet sticky rice (glutinous rice)
• 1 can (13.5 oz) Coconut milk
• 1/2 cup Sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 2 leaves Pandan leaf (optional)

Instructions

1. 1Rinse the sticky rice and soak it in water for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
2. 2Drain the rice and place it in a steamer lined with cheesecloth.
3. 3Add coconut milk, sugar, salt, and pandan leaf (if using) to a saucepan. Heat over low heat until sugar is dissolved.
4. 4Steam the rice for 30-40 minutes, or until it is cooked through and sticky. Stir occasionally.
5. 5Pour the coconut milk mixture over the rice and steam for another 5-10 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed.
6. 6Serve warm.

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