Sweet Mango Sticky Rice (Printable)

Sticky rice infused with coconut milk, served with fresh mango slices and a creamy coconut topping.

# Ingredient List:

→ Rice

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

→ Coconut Sauce

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

→ Topping

06 - 1/3 cup coconut milk
07 - 1 tablespoon sugar
08 - Pinch of salt
09 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water, optional

→ Fruit

10 - 2 ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted, and sliced

→ Garnish

11 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds or mung beans, optional

# Steps:

01 - Rinse the sticky rice under cold water until water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
02 - Drain the rice and steam over boiling water in a cheesecloth-lined steamer basket for 25 to 30 minutes until tender and translucent.
03 - While rice steams, combine 1 cup coconut milk, 4 tablespoons sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a saucepan. Heat gently, stirring, until sugar dissolves completely. Do not allow to boil.
04 - Transfer cooked rice to a mixing bowl. Pour warm sweetened coconut milk over rice. Stir to combine, cover, and let absorb for 15 minutes.
05 - Mix 1/3 cup coconut milk, 1 tablespoon sugar, and pinch of salt in a small saucepan. Add cornstarch slurry if thicker consistency is desired. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until slightly thickened.
06 - Mound portions of sticky rice onto individual plates. Arrange mango slices alongside. Drizzle with coconut topping and garnish with toasted sesame seeds or mung beans if desired. Serve at room temperature.

# Tips from the Pros:

01 -
  • Features the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and creamy flavors.
  • Naturally gluten-free and easy to make vegan.
  • A classic tropical dessert that requires only a few simple ingredients.
02 -
  • Do not boil the coconut milk sauce; heating it gently prevents it from separating.
  • Rinse the rice thoroughly to remove excess starch for the best grain definition.
  • Allow the rice at least 15 minutes to fully absorb the coconut sauce for maximum flavor.
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