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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Topping
Method
Cooking Black Sticky Rice
- 1
Soak the Rice
Rinse the black sticky rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- 2
Cook the Rice
Drain the soaked rice and place it in a steamer lined with cheesecloth. Steam the rice for about 30-40 minutes until tender.
Preparing Coconut Sauce
- 3
Make Coconut Sauce
In a saucepan, combine the coconut milk, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved. Do not bring to a boil.
Serving
- 4
Combine and Serve
Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the steamer. Serve the black sticky rice warm, drizzled with the coconut sauce, and topped with shredded coconut. Sprinkle with additional sugar and salt to taste.
