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Homemade Thai Mango Sticky Rice Recipe

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  • Author: Ezabella
  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

Homemade Thai Mango Sticky Rice is a classic Thai dessert featuring sweet sticky rice steamed to perfection, infused with rich coconut milk, and served alongside ripe fresh mangoes. This recipe includes a luscious coconut cream sauce and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for an authentic and indulgent treat perfect for warm weather or any special occasion.

Ingredients

Sticky Rice

  • 2 cups sweet (glutinous) rice (also called sticky rice)
  • 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 6 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Mango and Garnish

  • 1-2 large ripe mangoes
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish

Coconut Cream Sauce

  • 2/3 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 3 tablespoons sugar

Instructions

  1. Soak the rice: Place the sweet rice into a large bowl and cover completely with water. Allow it to soak for at least 1 hour or up to overnight to soften the grains and prepare them for steaming.
  2. Wrap the rice in cheesecloth: After soaking, drain and rinse the rice thoroughly. Transfer it to the center of a large cheesecloth. Loosely but securely wrap the rice so that none of the grains can escape.
  3. Prepare the steamer: Using an inverted stainless steel mesh steaming basket placed inside a tall pot, ensure that the basket sits above the water level to prevent the rice from touching the boiling water. This setup mimics a traditional sticky rice steamer.
  4. Steam the rice: Add about 1 inch of water to the pot, ensuring the water does not touch the rice. Place the wrapped rice on top of the basket, cover tightly with a lid, and bring the water to a boil over high heat. Then reduce to simmer and steam the rice for 15-20 minutes or until the grains become translucent and tender.
  5. Heat the coconut milk mixture: While the rice is steaming, pour the full can of coconut milk into a saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently to avoid burning. Add sugar and salt, stirring continuously until fully dissolved. Keep the warm sweetened coconut milk aside.
  6. Mix steamed rice with coconut milk: Transfer the steamed rice into a large bowl and pour the warm sweetened coconut milk over it. Stir well, then cover and allow the mixture to rest for 5 minutes so the rice can absorb the flavors.
  7. Prepare coconut cream sauce: In a small saucepan, combine 2/3 cup coconut milk and 3 tablespoons sugar. Bring the mixture to a low boil, then lower the heat and gently simmer until it thickens slightly to a creamy consistency.
  8. Assemble and serve: Scoop the warm coconut sticky rice onto serving plates. Add sliced fresh mango on the side, drizzle with the coconut cream sauce, and sprinkle lightly with sesame seeds for garnish. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Soaking the sticky rice overnight enhances the texture but a minimum of 1 hour is sufficient.
  • Use ripe, sweet mangoes for the best contrast with the creamy rice.
  • The steaming setup can be improvised; just ensure the rice does not touch the water directly.
  • Adjust the sugar in the coconut milk and sauce based on personal taste and the sweetness of your mangoes.
  • This dessert is best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated gently before serving.
  • Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Steaming
  • Cuisine: Thai

Find it online: https://kitchenloving.com/homemade-thai-mango-sticky-rice-recipe/