Rice Dumplings

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Introduction

Rice dumplings, also known as Zongzi (粽子) or Bak Chang, are traditionally eaten by the Chinese to celebrate the Mid-Autumn or Dragon Boat Festival (端午节), which falls on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month. The dish is made of glutinous rice (or sticky rice) with different fillings such as salted duck egg, meat, Chinese sausage and mushrooms. The rice dumplings are then wrapped in banana, bamboo or lotus leaves, and held together by strings – typically made of plastic (raffia) or cotton.

This article provides more information on rice dumplings and how you can enjoy them safely.

Rice Dumplings

Introduction

Singapore Food Agency

Is it safe to eat rice dumplings that are tied and cooked with plastic or cotton strings?

How can we ensure our rice dumplings are safe to eat?

Rice Dumplings

Introduction

Singapore Food Agency

Is it safe to eat rice dumplings that are tied and cooked with plastic or cotton strings?

How can we ensure our rice dumplings are safe to eat?

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