How long does it take to prepare this dish?

The total time is about 1 hour and 30 minutes, including soaking and cooking.

What type of rice should I use?

You should use sweet or glutinous rice, which is starchy and not transparent.

How do I know when the rice is cooked?

The rice should be chewy but not hard in the middle; check it after steaming for 10 to 15 minutes.

Can I use a different type of mango?

Yes, you can use any ripe and sweet mango, but champagne mangoes are recommended.

Thai Sticky Rice With Mango

Name: Thai Sticky Rice With Mango
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 cups sweet or glutinous rice; 1 can coconut milk; 0.5 cup sugar (add more if you want it sweeter); 2 pinches salt; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 2 ripe mangoes (sliced on diagonal); sesame seeds (for garnish)

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Original video by Tastemade on YouTube4:35

About this recipe

Thai Sticky Rice with Mango is a delightful dessert that perfectly balances sweet, creamy, and chewy textures. This version, presented by Jen from Tastemade, simplifies the process while ensuring you get that authentic taste of Thailand.

With just a few key ingredients like glutinous rice and coconut milk, this dish is not only easy to make but also incredibly satisfying. The addition of ripe mango slices and a drizzle of thickened coconut sauce makes it a tropical treat that feels indulgent.

Ingredient notes

Use sweet or glutinous rice, which is starchy and not transparent.
For sweetness, you can add more sugar than the 0.5 cup specified if you prefer a sweeter dessert.
Mangoes should be ripe and can be any variety, but champagne mangoes are recommended for their sweetness.

Tips from Tastemade’s video

Rinse the rice until the water is clear and soak it for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight, to ensure it cooks faster and achieves the right texture.
When steaming the rice, check for tenderness after 10 to 15 minutes; it should be chewy but not hard in the middle.
Mixing half of the coconut sauce into the rice allows it to soak up the flavors, making the rice plump and delicious.

Good to know

How long does it take to prepare this dish?: The total time is about 1 hour and 30 minutes, including soaking and cooking.
What type of rice should I use?: You should use sweet or glutinous rice, which is starchy and not transparent.
How do I know when the rice is cooked?: The rice should be chewy but not hard in the middle; check it after steaming for 10 to 15 minutes.
Can I use a different type of mango?: Yes, you can use any ripe and sweet mango, but champagne mangoes are recommended.

No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Tastemade: watch the original on YouTube.

The recipe

Serves 4 servingsTime 1 hour 30 minutes

Ingredients

Steps

1
Rinse and drain the rice until the water clears. Soak the rice for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
2
Boil water in a steamer. Pour the soaked rice into cheesecloth and place it in the steamer. Cover and steam for 10 to 15 minutes until tender.
3
Transfer the cooked rice to a bowl and let it cool.
4
In a pot, combine coconut milk, sugar, and salt. Bring to a slight boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Pour half of this mixture into the rice and stir well. Let it cool and soak for about 10 minutes.
5
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water to create a slurry. Stir this into the remaining coconut sauce and heat on low until thickened.
6
Peel the mangoes, slice around the pit, and cut into diagonal slices. Serve the mango slices alongside the rice, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and ladle additional sauce over the rice and mangoes.