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Creamy Authentic Mango Sticky Rice Recipe with Toasted Sesame and Pandan Leaf

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A traditional Thai dessert featuring creamy coconut-infused sticky rice paired with fresh ripe mangoes, toasted sesame seeds, and fragrant pandan leaf for an authentic and comforting treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (200g) glutinous (sticky) rice, rinsed and soaked for at least 4 hours or overnight
  • 1 cup (240ml) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/3 cup (65g) granulated sugar, adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 medium ripe mangoes, peeled and sliced
  • 1 pandan leaf, tied into a knot (optional but recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • Water for soaking and steaming rice

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup (200g) of glutinous rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in cold water for 4-6 hours or overnight.
  2. Tie the pandan leaf into a knot to release its flavor and set aside.
  3. Drain the soaked rice and place it in a steamer lined with cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel. Add the pandan leaf on top.
  4. Steam the rice for 20-25 minutes over boiling water, checking occasionally to ensure the water doesn’t run dry. The rice should be tender but still sticky.
  5. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup (240ml) full-fat coconut milk, 1/3 cup (65g) sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Gently heat over low-medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Do not boil. Remove from heat.
  6. Transfer the steamed sticky rice to a bowl. Pour about two-thirds of the warm coconut milk over the rice and gently mix to combine. Cover and let it sit for 20-30 minutes to absorb the coconut milk and become creamy.
  7. In a dry small frying pan over medium heat, toast 2 tablespoons of sesame seeds, stirring frequently until golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
  8. To serve, spoon the creamy sticky rice onto plates, arrange sliced ripe mangoes alongside, drizzle with the remaining coconut milk sauce, and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top.

Notes

Soaking the rice for at least 4 hours or overnight is essential for the perfect sticky texture. Do not boil the coconut milk mixture to avoid separation. Toast sesame seeds carefully to prevent burning. Pandan leaf is optional but adds authentic fragrance; pandan extract can be used as a substitute.

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Keywords: mango sticky rice, Thai dessert, coconut milk, pandan leaf, toasted sesame seeds, glutinous rice, vegan dessert, gluten-free dessert

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