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Sweet Thai Black Sticky Rice with Mango

Name: Sweet Thai Black Sticky Rice with Mango
Prep time: 70 min
Cook time: 210 min
Total time: 280 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: 1 cup black glutinous rice; 2 cups water; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup coconut milk; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 ripe mangoes; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 tablespoon roasted sesame seeds; Extra coconut milk for drizzling (optional)

A delightful Thai dessert featuring the unique flavors of black sticky rice paired with the sweetness of ripe mangoes, topped with a luscious coconut sauce.

4.7(681 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·October 8, 2025

Sweet Thai Black Sticky Rice with Mango — Dessert served and photographed from above

Prep

1 h 10 min

Cook

3 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Black Sticky Rice

For the Coconut Sauce

For the Mangoes

For the Topping

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 461 kcal
Protein: 5.25 g
Carbs: 81.25 g
Fat: 15 g
Fiber: 3.25 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1843 kcal
Protein: 21 g
Carbs: 325 g
Fat: 60 g
Fiber: 13 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 cup black glutinous rice	640	12	145	2	4
2 cups water	0	0	0	0	0
1/4 teaspoon salt	0	0	0	0	0
1 cup coconut milk	445	4	6	48	0
1/2 cup granulated sugar	387	0	100	0	0
1/4 teaspoon salt	0	0	0	0	0
2 ripe mangoes	270	3	70	1	8
1 tablespoon lime juice	4	0	1	0	0
1 tablespoon roasted sesame seeds	52	1.5	2	4.5	1
Extra coconut milk for drizzling (optional)	45	0.5	1	4.5	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Black Sticky Rice

1
Rinse Rice
Rinse the black sticky rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2
Soak Rice
In a bowl, soak the rice in 2 cups of water for at least 3 hours or overnight.
3
Drain Rice
Drain the soaking water before cooking.

Preparing the Coconut Sauce

1
Combine Ingredients
In a saucepan, combine the coconut milk, sugar, and salt.
2
Heat Mixture
Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves.
Tip: Do not let the coconut sauce boil to prevent curdling.
3
Cool Sauce
Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Tip: The sauce will thicken as it cools, so let it sit for 10 minutes before serving.

How to Make Sweet Thai Black Sticky Rice with Mango

Total time: 4 h 40 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Cook the Sticky Rice
Place the drained rice and 2 cups fresh water in a pot, bring to a boil, then lower to a simmer. Cover and cook for 30-40 minutes until tender.
2
Prepare the Mango
Peel and slice mangoes, discarding the pit. Drizzle the slices with lime juice and set aside.
3
Final Assembly
Once the rice is cooked and slightly cooled, stir in half of the coconut sauce.