Recipe: Cook this tempting Thai mango sticky rice at home
Mango sticky rice, a classic Thai dessert, is celebrated for its creamy texture and sweet mango taste. This dish, hailing from Thailand, is a summer staple when mangoes are at their best. It features ripe mangoes and sticky rice topped with a coconut sauce. Known for its simplicity and rich flavor, this vegetarian and eggless treat has won hearts globally. Let's start making it!
Gather the following ingredients
To make this delightful dish, you will need one cup of glutinous (sticky) rice soaked in water for at least an hour, two ripe mangoes, one cup of coconut milk, a quarter cup of sugar, half a teaspoon of salt, sesame seeds or mung beans for garnish (optional). These ingredients are easily accessible and come together to create a perfect balance of flavors.
Preparing the sticky rice
Drain the sticky rice and proceed to steam it. Whether using a bamboo or modern steamer, spread the rice on cheesecloth within the basket, covering it well. Steam for 20 to 30 minutes until the rice is translucent and tender. It's crucial for each grain to be thoroughly cooked yet retain its shape, ensuring the final texture isn't mushy.
Cooking coconut sauce
While your rice is steaming, prepare the coconut sauce that will flavor the sticky rice. In a small pot, combine one cup of coconut milk with a quarter cup of sugar and half a teaspoon of salt. Heat this mixture on low heat until the sugar dissolves completely but do not let it boil. Stirring constantly ensures that your sauce remains smooth.
Mixing rice with coconut sauce
Once the sticky rice is cooked, move it to a bowl while it's warm. Pour three-quarters of the coconut sauce over the rice and gently mix with a spatula or spoon until it's evenly combined. Then cover the bowl with a cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes, allowing the rice to soak up the delicious coconut sauce flavors.
Serving your dish
As the rice is soaking up the coconut sauce, peel and cut the mangoes into thin slices. Serve by placing a portion of the sticky rice on a plate, then artfully arrange the mango slices around or atop the rice. Drizzle with the leftover coconut sauce for added flavor. If desired, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds or mung beans as a garnish.
