Lotus Leaf Rice

This glutinous rice parcel is a popular dim sum item that is sometimes steamed and served in rice bowls. Some Chinese bakeries sell these mainly filled with meat, but in New York’s Chinatown, 46 Mott Bakery has delicious vegan mushroom ones. Dried lotus leaves are very large, so I think it’s easier and much more convenient to make a big batch and store these ready-to-eat parcels. My kids love eating these as an after-school snack, and steaming them fresh from the freezer makes for an easy b