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Vietnamese Coconut Sticky Rice with Fresh Mango and Lemongrass

Experience the authentic taste of Vietnam with this delicious dessert featuring sweet coconut sticky rice paired with fresh mango and aromatic lemongrass.

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·By Troy·
Vietnamese Coconut Sticky Rice with Fresh Mango and Lemongrass
Prep
27 min
Cook
1 h 20 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Serves
4

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Lemongrass

  1. 1

    Combine the ingredients

    Combine the lemongrass and water in a saucepan.

  2. 2

    Simmer the mixture

    Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Strain the syrup

    Strain the syrup, discarding the lemongrass, and set aside.

Preparing the Sticky Rice

  1. 1

    Soak the rice

    Soak the rinsed glutinous rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

  2. 2

    Mix coconut milk mixture

    Combine the coconut milk, sugar, and salt in a saucepan.

  3. 3

    Heat gently

    Over low heat, stir until the sugar dissolves completely.

    Tip: Do not allow the coconut milk to boil as it may separate. Use a non-stick saucepan to minimize sticking.

How to Make Vietnamese Coconut Sticky Rice with Fresh Mango and Lemongrass

Total time: 1 h 47 min · Yields 4 servings

  1. 1

    Steaming the Rice

    Transfer the soaked rice to a steamer and steam for 30 minutes until tender.

  2. 2

    Combining the Ingredients

    Mix the cooked rice with half the coconut milk mixture until well combined.

  3. 3

    Final Touches

    Drizzle remaining coconut milk over the rice when serving.

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