Mango Sticky Rice Recipe
Sweet sticky rice topped with fresh mango slices.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation of Sticky Rice
- 1
Rinse the Rice
Rinse the glutinous rice under cool running water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. This helps achieve the right texture.
- 2
Soak the Rice
Soak the rinsed rice in water for at least 4 hours or overnight, ideally. This allows the rice to absorb water and become soft.
- 3
Steam the Rice
After soaking, drain the rice and place it in a steamer basket lined with cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel. Steam the rice over boiling water for about 30-40 minutes until it becomes tender and sticky.
Preparing Coconut Sauce
- 4
Make Coconut Sauce
In a saucepan, combine the coconut milk, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium until the sugar dissolves but do not let it boil.
- 5
Reserve Sauce
Once the mixture is well combined and heated through, remove from heat and set aside about 1/4 cup of the coconut sauce for drizzling on top later.
Combining Ingredients
- 6
Combine Rice and Sauce
Once the rice is steamed, transfer it to a mixing bowl and pour the remaining coconut sauce over the rice. Stir gently to combine and let it sit for about 10-15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Preparing Mango
- 7
Prepare Mango
While the rice is soaking or steaming, peel the mangoes. Cut the flesh into thin slices or small cubes.
Serving
- 8
Serve Mango Sticky Rice
To serve, place a generous portion of the sticky rice on a plate, top with fresh mango slices, and drizzle the reserved coconut sauce over the top. Garnish with sesame seeds or mung beans if desired.
