Mango Sticky Rice Coconut Dessert (Printable)

Creamy coconut sticky rice and ripe mango slices drizzled with sweet coconut sauce make a fragrant, refreshing Thai classic.

# What You'll Need:

→ Sticky Rice

01 - 1 cup glutinous (sticky) rice
02 - Water, for soaking and steaming

→ Coconut Sauce

03 - 1 cup coconut milk (full fat)
04 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Topping

06 - 1/2 cup coconut milk
07 - 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
08 - 1 tablespoon sugar
09 - Pinch salt

→ Serve

10 - 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and sliced
11 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds or mung beans (optional, for garnish)

# Directions:

01 - Rinse glutinous rice with cold water several times until the water runs clear. Submerge in water and soak for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight.
02 - Drain the soaked rice. Line a steamer basket with cheesecloth or muslin. Spread the rice evenly in the basket and steam over simmering water for 25 to 30 minutes until tender and glossy.
03 - While the rice steams, combine 1 cup coconut milk, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a saucepan. Warm gently over medium heat, stirring constantly until sugar fully dissolves. Do not allow to boil.
04 - Transfer hot sticky rice to a large mixing bowl. Immediately pour the warm coconut sauce over the rice, stir gently to blend, cover, and let rest for 15 to 20 minutes so rice absorbs the liquid.
05 - In a small saucepan, whisk 1/2 cup coconut milk with cornstarch, 1 tablespoon sugar, and a pinch of salt. Cook over low heat, stirring continuously, until mixture thickens. Remove from heat.
06 - Arrange portions of sticky rice on serving plates. Place mango slices alongside. Drizzle with coconut topping sauce and garnish with toasted sesame seeds or mung beans if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to make with just a few steps and ingredients
  • Naturally gluten free and vegan friendly
  • Brings an authentic taste of Thai cuisine into your home
  • Stunning on the plate for celebrations and summer gatherings
  • On hot days nothing beats the cool and comforting blend of coconut and mango
02 -
  • Gluten free and safe for most food allergies when using pure coconut milk
  • High in satisfying carbohydrates and energy
  • Easiest to make ahead for stress free entertaining
03 -
  • Always soak your glutinous rice well in advance for evenly cooked sticky grains
  • Keep the coconut milk on low when heating to prevent splitting or curdling
  • Do not overmix the rice after pouring in the sauce gentle folding preserves the luscious texture and appearance

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