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Mango Sticky Rice

Mango Sticky Rice – Classic Thai Dessert with Coconut and Fresh Mango

This Thai dessert favorite pairs warm coconut-sweetened sticky rice with fresh, ripe mango for a creamy, tropical treat that’s naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes (active)
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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For the Sticky Rice:

  • 1 cup glutinous (sticky) rice
  • 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Topping Sauce (Optional):

  • 1/4 cup coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (for thickening, optional)

To Serve:

  • 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and sliced
  • Toasted sesame seeds or mung beans (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and soak sticky rice for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  2. Steam rice in a cheesecloth-lined steamer for 25–30 minutes.
  3. In a saucepan, heat coconut milk with sugar and salt until dissolved.
  4. Pour most of the coconut mixture over hot rice; stir gently and let rest covered for 20–30 minutes.
  5. For topping sauce, heat remaining coconut milk with cornstarch until thickened.
  6. Plate sticky rice, top with sliced mango, drizzle with topping sauce, and garnish.
  • Author: Norah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus soaking time)
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Steamed
  • Cuisine: Thai, Southeast Asian

Keywords: Mango sticky rice, Thai sticky rice dessert, coconut sticky rice, glutinous rice with mango, tropical Thai dessert