1. Different sources

Flour is a powder processed from wheat. According to the protein content in flour, it can be divided into high-gluten flour, medium-gluten flour, low-gluten flour and non-gluten flour. Gluten flour. Glutinous rice flour is a variety of rice, glutinous rice seeds ground into powder, also called glutinous rice flour.

2. Different uses

Wheat flour is generally used to make steamed buns, dumplings, noodles, steamed buns, pastries, etc. Glutinous rice flour is a rice variety made from the seeds of glutinous rice. It is also called glutinous rice flour and is the raw material for glutinous rice balls and Yuanxiao.

3. Different colors

Wheat flour looks darker and rougher. The glutinous rice has a pure white color, no mold or deterioration, and no odor. Especially the so-called water-milled glutinous rice flour is whiter.

4. Different feel

Wheat flour is rough, active and smooth, and does not easily form into balls when grasped by hand. Glutinous rice flour feels smooth and soft.

5. Different nutrients

Wheat flour is rich in protein, carotene, carbohydrates, calcium, phosphorus, iron, vitamins and other nutrients.

Glutinous rice contains protein, fat, sugar, calcium, phosphorus, iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, niacin and starch, etc. It is rich in nutrients and is a warming and strengthening food.

Reference: Baidu Encyclopedia - Flour

Reference: Baidu Encyclopedia - Glutinous Rice Flour