Silken Thai Mango Sticky Rice with Coconut Cream

Name: Silken Thai Mango Sticky Rice with Coconut Cream
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: 1 cup glutinous rice; 1 ¼ cups water; 1 cup coconut milk; ½ cup sugar; ¼ teaspoon salt; 2 ripe mangoes; ¼ cup coconut milk; 1 tablespoon sugar; ⅛ teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)

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

1 cup glutinous rice

also known as sticky rice

1 ¼ cups water

For the Coconut Cream Sauce

1 cup coconut milk

½ cup sugar

¼ teaspoon salt

For the Mango

2 ripe mangoes

peeled and sliced

For the Coconut Topping

¼ cup coconut milk

1 tablespoon sugar

⅛ teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)

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