Foods of Thailand- Sticky Rice

Kaow Niew or "sticky rice" is wonderful stuff they eat here in Thailand (and a few other countries). It is pretty time consuming to cook so you usually find it pre-cooked in little wicker baskets at restaurants or markets. We learned to make it at the Thai Farm Cooking Class. It is usually rolled into a ball and eaten with curries, spicy salads or grilled chicken. It can also be served with fruit and coconut milk as a dessert. Be careful! The Thais say it makes you very sleepy! Also it's bad luck not to replace the top on your basket when you're done eating your rice.