Sticky Rice and Yam Soy Milk
A warming, creamy Chinese breakfast beverage made by blending soybeans, glutinous rice, and tender yam together. The result is a thick, nutritious drink with subtle sweetness and silky texture.
Story
This comforting drink is a popular breakfast in eastern China, where soy milk culture runs deep. The sticky rice gives body while the yam adds gentle sweetness and a smooth finish.
Ingredients
dried soybeans
1/2 cup (50g)
glutinous rice
3 tablespoons (30g)
fresh yam
small piece, peeled and diced (about 50g)
water
3 cups (720ml)
sugar or honey
optional, to taste
Instructions
1
Prep the ingredients
Rinse the soybeans and glutinous rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Peel the yam and cut into small cubes.
2
Load the blender
Add the rinsed soybeans, glutinous rice, and yam cubes into the blender or soy milk maker container.
3
Add water and blend
Pour in the fresh water. Close the lid and select the soy milk program. Let it run through the full cycle until the machine signals it's done.
4
Serve warm
Carefully remove the blender (it will be hot). Stir well and pour into mugs. Add a touch of sweetener if desired. Serve immediately while warm.
