Korean glutinous rice flour
Glutinous rice flour
찹쌀가루
Glutinous rice flour is called chapssalgaru (찹쌀가루) in Korean. It is made from glutinous rice and gives doughs and other preparations a softer, chewier, and more elastic texture.
At a glance
- Buy: Asian grocery store, Korean grocery store
- Use for: Korean rice cakes, Traditional sweets, Doughs
- Tip: Glutinous rice flour is different from regular rice flour.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy Glutinous rice flour?
You can usually find Glutinous rice flour in Asian grocery stores, Korean online shops, or larger supermarkets with a good Asian food section.
How do I use Glutinous rice flour?
Korean rice cakes, Traditional sweets, Doughs, Rice paste for some kimchi preparations
Can I substitute Glutinous rice flour?
Regular rice flour behaves differently and is not always a direct substitute for glutinous rice flour.
How should I store Glutinous rice flour?
Always follow the package instructions. Many Korean pastes and opened products keep best sealed in the fridge.