Silken Thai Mango Sticky Rice with Coconut Cream
A classic Thai dessert that balances sweet, creamy, and tropical flavors.
Experience this traditional Thai dessert made with sticky rice, luscious mango slices, and rich coconut cream drizzled over the top for a taste sensation.
- 1 h 20 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Sticky Rice
For the Coconut Cream Sauce
For the Mango
For the Coconut Topping
Preparation
Preparing the Sticky Rice
Rinse the Rice
Rinse the glutinous rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
Soak the Rice
Soak the rice in 1 ¼ cups of water for 30 minutes.
Cook the Rice
After soaking, cook the rice over medium heat, covered, for about 20 minutes until all the water is absorbed and the rice is soft.
Making the Coconut Cream Sauce
Combine Ingredients
In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of coconut milk, ½ cup of sugar, and ¼ teaspoon of salt.
Cook Gently
Cook gently over low heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves completely.
💡 Pro Tip: Stir frequently while making the sauce to ensure even sugar distribution.
Finish the Sauce
Remove from heat once the mixture is smooth and set aside.
⚠ Important: Do not let the coconut milk sauce boil to prevent curdling.
Cooking Process
Steaming the Rice
Follow the preparation steps above for sticky rice using gentle steam to preserve its texture.
Preparing the Sauce
Combine coconut milk, sugar, and salt as directed, ensuring a smooth blend.
Cutting the Mango
Carefully slice the mangoes into thin, uniform pieces for even presentation.
Plating & Serving
Silken Thai Mango Sticky Rice with Coconut Cream
Silken Thai Mango Sticky Rice with Coconut Cream
Plating & Serving
Arrange a bed of warm sticky rice on a dessert plate, layer with mango slices, and drizzle generously with coconut cream sauce before topping with additional coconut cream topping and optional toasted sesame seeds.