Description
Mango Sticky Rice is a classic Asian dessert from Thailand that combines sweet, fragrant sticky rice, fresh mango slices, and a rich coconut cream drizzle. This simple yet delightful treat is a perfect balance of textures and flavors, offering a taste of the tropics in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Sticky Rice:
- 1 cup glutinous (sticky) rice
- 1 ½ cups water
For the Coconut Sauce:
- 1 cup coconut milk
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
For Serving:
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and sliced
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Prepare the Sticky Rice:
- Rinse the sticky rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Soak the rice in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Drain the rice and steam it in a bamboo steamer (or a metal steamer lined with cheesecloth) for 25-30 minutes until tender.
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Make the Coconut Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, combine the coconut milk, sugar, and salt.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves (do not let it boil).
- Reserve ¼ cup of the sauce for drizzling.
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Combine Rice and Sauce:
- While the rice is still warm, transfer it to a large bowl.
- Gradually pour the remaining coconut sauce over the rice, mixing gently. Let the rice absorb the sauce for about 10 minutes.
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Assemble the Dessert:
- Divide the sticky rice into portions and place on serving plates.
- Arrange the mango slices alongside the rice.
- Drizzle the reserved coconut sauce over the rice.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top for garnish, if desired.
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Serve:
- Serve the Mango Sticky Rice warm or at room temperature for a truly satisfying dessert.
Notes
- Use ripe, sweet mangoes for the best flavor.
- Glutinous rice is essential for this dish; substitute regular rice only if absolutely necessary, though the texture will differ.
- For added aroma, some recipes include pandan leaves while steaming the rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Asian (Thai)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Mango Sticky Rice, Thai Dessert, Coconut Sticky Rice