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Delicious mango sticky rice dessert with ripe mango and coconut sauce.

Mango Sticky Rice

A simple, comforting dessert featuring glutinous rice and sweet coconut milk paired with fresh mango slices.
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Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine Southeast Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the sticky rice

  • 1.5 cups 1 1/2 cups glutinous (sweet) rice, rinsed until water runs clear Use glutinous or sweet rice for the best texture.
  • 1.5 cups 1 1/2 cups full-fat coconut milk For a more coconut-forward flavor, use light coconut milk in the steaming basin.
  • 0.5 cups 1/2 cup granulated sugar Adjust sweetness according to the ripeness of the mangoes.
  • 0.25 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and sliced Choose ripe mangoes for optimal sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lime juice (optional, for brightness)
  • 1-2 tablespoons 1–2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds or mung beans for garnish Toast for added crunch.

Instructions
 

Soak the rice

  • Place the rinsed glutinous rice in a bowl and cover with water. Soak for at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain thoroughly.

Steam the rice

  • Set up a steamer lined with a cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel. Steam the drained rice over boiling water for 20–25 minutes until grains are tender and slightly translucent.

Make the coconut sauce

  • While the rice steams, gently heat the coconut milk with sugar and salt in a small saucepan. Stir until the sugar dissolves but don’t boil. Reserve about 1/4 cup of this mixture for drizzling later.

Combine rice and coconut

  • Transfer the hot steamed rice to a mixing bowl and immediately pour the majority of the warm coconut sauce over it. Fold gently to combine. Cover and let rest for 10–15 minutes so the rice absorbs the coconut mixture.

Plate and serve

  • Spoon the coconut-infused rice onto plates, fan mango slices beside it, and drizzle the reserved coconut sauce on top. Finish with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds or crunchy mung beans and a tiny squeeze of lime if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the refrigerator. Reheat with a splash of coconut milk for best flavor. Possible variations include using gluten-free ingredients, adding a streusel topping, or adjusting sweetness based on mango ripeness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 180mgFiber: 4gSugar: 20g
Keyword Coconut Dessert, Glutinous Rice, Mango Sticky Rice, Seasonal Dessert, Sweet Treat
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