Steamed Sticky Rice with Pumpkin

Steamed sticky rice with pumpkin is a delicious and healthy dish that perfectly combines the sweetness of pumpkin and the softness of sticky rice, satisfying both taste buds and providing rich nutrition. This dish is golden in color, fragrant, and has a rich flavor, making it a rare homemade delicacy.

👉🏻Ingredients list⚠️

• Pumpkin: 500g

• Sticky rice: 200g

• Sugar: to taste

• Water: as needed

👉🏻✨DIRECTIONS:

1. Peel the pumpkin and cut it into small cubes or hollow it out into a container shape for later use.

2. Wash the sticky rice thoroughly and soak it in water for about 30 minutes to 1 hour.

3. Add an appropriate amount of sugar to the soaked sticky rice and mix well.

4. If using small pumpkin cubes, mix the sticky rice with the pumpkin and place in a steamer; if using a hollowed-out pumpkin container, fill it with sticky rice.

5. Add an appropriate amount of water to the steamer, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium heat and steam for about 30-40 minutes until both the pumpkin and sticky rice are cooked through.

6. Remove from the steamer and let it cool slightly before serving.

👉🏻✨TIPS

• When cutting the pumpkin, ensure the pieces are evenly sized for even cooking.

• The soaking time for the sticky rice should be appropriate; too long or too short can affect its texture and absorption.

• Keep enough water in the steamer to avoid burning.

• Let the dish cool slightly before eating to avoid burns.

👉🏻✨BENEFITS

• Steamed sticky rice with pumpkin is not only delicious but also has various benefits such as nourishing the stomach, regulating blood sugar and blood lipids, and enhancing immunity. The dietary fiber in pumpkin helps promote intestinal motility and prevent constipation, while sticky rice has the effect of nourishing stomach qi and lubricating the intestines. When combined, they provide comprehensive nutrition and improve gastrointestinal function, making them suitable for those who need to supplement nutrition and regulate their bodies.

✨NUTRITIONAL ASPECTS:

• Steamed sticky rice with pumpkin is rich in various nutrients, including vitamins A, C, E, beta-carotene, flavonoids, and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and phosphorus. These nutrients help protect the body from free radical damage, enhance immunity, and strengthen resistance. Additionally, both pumpkin and sticky rice are low in calories and high in dietary fiber, helping regulate blood sugar and blood lipid levels and maintain overall health.