Description
Mango sticky rice is a traditional Thai dessert that tantalizes the taste buds with its perfect harmony of flavors and textures. This delightful dish features glutinous rice steamed to chewy perfection, complemented by ripe mango slices and a rich, sweet coconut sauce. Ideal for serving at gatherings or simply indulging at home, this recipe invites creativity with various mango varieties and customizable sweetness levels. In just a few simple steps, you can impress your family and friends with this exquisite dessert that captures the essence of Thailand.
Ingredients
1 cup glutinous rice
1 cup full-fat coconut milk
¼ cup granulated sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
2 large ripe mangoes
Instructions
Rinse glutinous rice under cold water until clear, then soak for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Steam the soaked rice for 20-30 minutes until tender.
In a saucepan, mix coconut milk, sugar, and salt over medium heat until dissolved; reserve half for drizzling.
Combine steamed rice with the remaining coconut sauce in a bowl and let sit for five minutes.
Slice ripe mangoes and serve alongside warm sticky rice topped with additional coconut sauce.
Notes
Choose Ataulfo or Haden mangoes for optimal sweetness.
For added texture, top with toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 330
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 3g