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A plate of mango sticky rice with sliced mangoes, sticky rice, and coconut sauce topped with sesame seeds, placed on a banana leaf.
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Mango Sticky Rice Recipe: A Simple & Delicious Thai Dessert

Make the delicious mango sticky rice recipe at home with our easy step-by-step guide for the perfect dessert.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings 3 servings
Calories 400kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup glutinous rice
  • 1 ripe mango peeled and sliced
  • 1 can 400ml coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • Pinch of salt for flavor balance
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch for slurry
  • Sesame seeds optional, for garnish

Instructions

  • Rinse 1 cup of glutinous rice under cold water three times to remove excess starch. This helps the rice cook evenly and prevents it from becoming too sticky.
    A white bowl filled with rice soaking in water is placed on a green banana leaf.
  • After rinsing, place the rice in a steamer and add 1 cup of water. Steam for 20-25 minutes until the rice is soft and sticky.
    Water being poured from a purple measuring cup into a black pan filled with white rice.
  • In a saucepan, pour 1 can (400ml) of coconut milk. Add 2 tablespoons of white sugar and a pinch of salt for balance. Stir and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
    Liquid being poured into a black pan from a container.
  • Transfer the cooked rice to a mixing bowl. Pour ¾ cup of the warm coconut sauce over the rice and mix well until fully absorbed. Let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
    A hand holds a white bowl containing sticky rice, mixed with a white spatula, against a backdrop of large green banana leaves.
  • In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Add this mixture to the remaining coconut sauce and stir over low heat until it thickens into a creamy topping.
    A white plastic spatula stirring thick white sauce in a black pan.
  • Peel and slice 1 ripe mango into thin, even pieces. For a more elegant presentation, slice it into a fan shape or cubes.
    Two whole yellow mangoes are placed on a banana leaf. A plate with sliced mango is positioned beside them.
  • In a dry pan over low heat, toast 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds for a few seconds until golden brown and fragrant. This adds a subtle crunch and nutty flavor.
    White sesame seeds arranged in a spiral pattern on a black surface with a white spoon resting on top.
  • Place a serving of sticky rice on a plate. Arrange the sliced mango beside the rice for a visually appealing dish.
    Plate of mango sticky rice on banana leaves, featuring sliced mangoes and a mound of sticky rice, set on a floral-patterned plate.
  • Drizzle the thickened coconut cream over the sticky rice for extra creaminess and flavor.
    Plate with sliced mangoes and sticky rice topped with white coconut sauce, set on banana leaves.
  • Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the top. Your Mango Sticky Rice is now ready to enjoy!
    Plate of mango sticky rice with sliced mango and sticky rice topped with coconut cream and sesame seeds, placed on a banana leaf.