The truth is that the distinction between sticky and sushi rice is vital to note, especially when you're exploring Asian cuisine. Firstly, sticky rice is also known as sweet or glutinous rice.

Sticky (or glutinous) rice does not contain gluten; the name refers to its texture once cooked. The grains hold together, making them easy to mould into sushi and pick up with chopsticks.

When we think of Japanese culinary culture, we obviously think of sushi, ramen and even the famous Okonomiyaki omelette...

while the rest is made up of fragrant or aromatic rice like basmati; the short-grained Japonica, used for sushi and risottos; and glutinous or sticky rice, used for sweets. Can India feed the ...