Sticky rice
Normal rice does not get really sticky. For mango sticky rice you need glutinous rice or Thai sticky rice.
Thai Recipe
Mango Sticky Rice
For Mango Sticky Rice, sticky rice is soaked, steamed and mixed with coconut milk, sugar and salt while still warm. After a short rest period, the rice absorbs the coconut milk and is served with mango and coconut sauce.
Total time
50 min
Calories
470 kcal
Servings
4 servings
Difficulty
Medium
Why this recipe works
Mango Sticky Rice with coconut milk and ripe mango
Mango Sticky Rice works only with sticky rice, not with normal long grain rice. Steamed instead of cooked, the rice is then soaked in warm coconut milk. A pinch of salt is important because it balances the sweetness of mango and coconut milk.
Rice
Fruit
Thai Recipes
Recipe
Mango Sticky Rice
Mango Sticky Rice is a Thai dessert made from steamed sticky rice, sweetened coconut milk, ripe mango and slightly salty coconut sauce. The rice must be soaked first.
Ingredients
4 servings
Method
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1
Soak rice
Wash sticky rice thoroughly and soak in water for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
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2
Steaming sticky rice
Drain the rice and steam in a steamer for 25 to 30 minutes until the grains are soft and sticky.
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3
Flavour coconut milk
Heat 300 ml coconut milk with sugar and salt until everything dissolves. Do not boil too much.
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4
Soak rice
Mix the hot sticky rice with the sweetened coconut milk and leave covered for 15 minutes.
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5
Cook and serve sauce
Thicken the remaining coconut milk with cornstarch. Serve rice with mango, add sauce and sprinkle with sesame or mung beans.
Kitchen know-how
Tips for Mango Sticky Rice
Steaming instead of cooking
Steamed sticky rice absorbs coconut milk better and does not become watery.
Don't forget salt
A small amount of salt makes the coconut milk rounder and prevents the dessert from tasting sweet.
Variations
How to adapt this recipe
Black sticky rice tastes nuttier and often takes a little longer to steam.
Roasted sesame seeds or crunchy mung beans give the dessert a pleasant contrast.
Nutrition per serving
470kcal
78.0 gCarbohydrates
6.0 gProtein
15.0 gFat
Values are estimates and may vary depending on the ingredients, brands, portion size and preparation method used.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ about Mango Sticky Rice
Sticky rice has a different starch than normal rice. Only it becomes really soft and sticky after steaming.
Yes, soaking shortens the steaming time and ensures that the grains are cooked evenly.
The rice tastes best fresh. You can prepare it for a few hours and store it at room temperature.
Salt highlights coconut and mango and prevents the dessert from tasting sweet.
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