Glutinous Rice Flour: Is It Gluten Free?
Gluten verdict for Glutinous Rice Flour: Gluten Free
Gluten Free
Glutinous Rice Flour
Flour milled from sticky (glutinous) rice. The word glutinous refers to the sticky texture, not to gluten. It contains no gluten.
Where You Will Find It
Mochi, Asian sweets, dumplings, thickening
Guidance for Coeliac Disease
Glutinous rice flour is gluten free despite the name. It is made from rice.
Label reading tip: In Australia, allergen summary statements are mandatory under FSANZ. Look for the bold allergen declaration near the ingredients list. In the US, check for "Contains: wheat" or similar statements required by the FDA.
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