Sweet Rice Flour (also: Glutinous rice flour | Mochiko | Sticky rice flour) — Very sticky, chewy texture. High amylopectin content.
Is it safe for coeliacs?
Naturally gluten-free. Despite the name, 'glutinous' refers to the sticky, glue-like texture of the starch — it contains no gluten at all. Safe for coeliacs when certified gluten-free.
| Region | Gluten-free status |
|---|---|
| EU | GF if certified |
| US (FDA) | GF if certified |
| Australia / NZ | GF if certified |
In the kitchen
Very sticky, chewy texture. High amylopectin content. Best for: Baking, mochi, binding.
If you don’t have it
Tapioca starch (chewy applications)
Source: HTGF flour database · evidence tier A · last reviewed June 2026.