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Authentic Thai Mango Sticky Rice (Khao Niew Mamuang)

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Make classic Thai dessert, Mango Sticky Rice, featuring sweet glutinous rice soaked in creamy coconut milk and served with ripe mangoes. This recipe is easy to follow for a comforting tropical treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup glutinous rice (sticky rice)
  • 1 cup coconut milk (full fat recommended)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large ripe mangoes (Nam Dok Mai or Honey variety preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds or mung beans for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the glutinous rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. Drain the soaked rice completely.
  2. Steam the drained rice for 20 to 25 minutes until tender. Alternatively, cook the rice in a rice cooker with 1 cup of water until done.
  3. While the rice cooks, prepare the sweet coconut sauce. In a small saucepan, combine 3/4 cup of the coconut milk, the sugar, and the salt. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Do not boil.
  4. Transfer the hot, cooked sticky rice to a bowl. Pour about two-thirds of the prepared sweet coconut sauce over the rice. Stir gently to combine. Cover the bowl and let the rice absorb the liquid for 15 to 20 minutes.
  5. While the rice rests, prepare the remaining coconut topping. Heat the remaining 1/4 cup of coconut milk in a separate small pan until just warm. Do not boil.
  6. Peel and slice the ripe mangoes.
  7. To serve, place a portion of the sweet coconut sticky rice on a plate. Arrange the sliced mango next to the rice. Drizzle the remaining sauce from the rice bowl over the rice, and then spoon a little of the reserved warm coconut topping over the mango and rice. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use only full-fat coconut milk for both the soaking liquid and the topping.
  • If you prefer a quicker method, you can cook the soaked rice in a rice cooker using a 1:1 ratio of rice to water.
  • Ensure your mangoes are very ripe for the best natural sweetness.

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