Description
This Coconut Sticky Rice with Mango is a delightful dessert that combines the creaminess of coconut milk with the sweetness of ripe mango. Perfectly sticky and delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup glutinous (sticky) rice
- 1 ½ cups water (for soaking and cooking)
- ⅔ cup full-fat coconut milk
- ¼ cup sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water (for slurry)
- 1 ripe mango, peeled and sliced
- Toasted sesame seeds or mung beans for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Soak and cook the rice: Start by rinsing the glutinous rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Then soak the rice in water for at least 4 hours, or overnight if you can. This helps the rice cook evenly. Once soaked, drain the rice and steam it for 20–25 minutes using a traditional steamer or a heat-proof dish over simmering water. The rice should be soft, sticky, and slightly translucent when ready.
- Prepare the coconut sauce: In a small saucepan, combine the coconut milk, sugar, and salt. Warm it over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Don’t let it boil—just heat it gently to preserve the creamy texture. Scoop out a portion of this sauce (about 2–3 tablespoons) and reserve it for later.
- Combine rice and sauce: While the rice is still warm, pour the remaining coconut sauce over it. Gently fold the sauce into the rice until it’s evenly absorbed. Let it rest for about 20 minutes—this allows the flavors to marry and the rice to become wonderfully creamy.
- Thicken the topping sauce: To the reserved sauce, add a slurry made from 1 teaspoon cornstarch and 1 tablespoon water. Heat it gently, stirring until it thickens slightly. This will be the glossy topping for the final dish.
- Assemble and serve: Scoop the coconut sticky rice onto a plate, top with thick slices of ripe mango, and drizzle the thickened sauce over the top. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds or mung beans for texture, if desired.
Notes
- This dish is best enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
- For an extra touch, you can add a sprinkle of toasted coconut on top.
- Ensure to soak the rice for sufficient time to achieve the perfect stickiness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg