Khao Niao Khieo Ngoo is a high-quality sticky rice variety, rich in beneficial nutrients. It contains antioxidants that help reduce cholesterol, and regular consumption may help prevent various diseases.
Chiang Rai Khao Niao Khieo Ngoo is a traditional local sticky rice that is photoperiod-sensitive and cultivated only in the main rice-growing season. The grains are small, slender, and milky white. When steamed, the rice becomes soft, sticky, and glossy without being mushy, giving off a pleasant aroma. It retains its softness even after cooling and does not harden quickly. This variety is grown in Mae Sai, Chiang Saen, Mae Chan, and Phan districts of Chiang Rai province.
