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Authentic Thai Mango Sticky Rice (Khao Niew Mamuang)

A serving of bright yellow sliced mango next to sweet sticky rice drenched in coconut sauce, creating delicious mango sticky rice.
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Make this classic Thai dessert at home. You get sweet sticky rice infused with creamy coconut milk, served alongside slices of ripe mango. This recipe focuses on simple steps for a satisfying tropical dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup glutinous rice (sticky rice)
  • 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 ripe mangoes (Nam Dok Mai or Honey variety recommended)
  • Sesame seeds or toasted 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. Cook the sticky rice. If using a rice cooker, place the drained rice in the cooker pot and add enough water to cover the rice by about half an inch. Cook using the standard white rice setting. If steaming, steam the rice until tender, about 25-30 minutes.
  3. While the rice cooks, prepare the coconut sauce. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of coconut milk, ¾ cup sugar, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Do not boil the mixture. Remove from heat.
  4. Once the rice is cooked, transfer the hot sticky rice to a bowl. Pour about two-thirds of the prepared coconut sauce over the hot rice. Stir gently to combine. Cover the bowl and let the rice absorb the liquid for 15 to 20 minutes.
  5. Prepare the mangoes by peeling and slicing them thinly.
  6. To serve, place a portion of the sweetened sticky rice on a plate. Arrange the fresh mango slices next to the rice. Drizzle the remaining coconut sauce over the rice and mango. Garnish with sesame seeds or toasted mung beans, if using. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can use a mix of coconut cream and coconut milk for the sauce.
  • If you do not have a rice cooker, you can steam the rice or cook it in a pot, ensuring the water ratio is correct for sticky rice.
  • Nam Dok Mai or Honey mangoes offer the best sweetness and texture for this traditional Thai dessert.

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