Thai Mango Sticky Rice Cups (Print Version)

Thai dessert featuring coconut sticky rice and fresh mango in easy single-serve cups.

# Components:

→ Sticky Rice

01 - 1 cup glutinous (sweet) rice
02 - Water for soaking and steaming

→ Coconut Sauce

03 - 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
04 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Mango & Garnishes

06 - 2 large ripe mangoes, peeled and sliced
07 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds or mung beans (optional)
08 - Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

# Method:

01 - Rinse glutinous rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice fully submerged in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
02 - Drain the soaked rice. Set a steamer basket lined with cheesecloth over simmering water. Steam the rice covered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until grains are tender and sticky.
03 - In a small saucepan, combine coconut milk, granulated sugar, and salt. Warm over medium-low heat while stirring continuously until the sugar dissolves. Do not bring to a boil.
04 - Measure and set aside 1/4 cup of the warm coconut sauce for drizzling during assembly.
05 - Transfer steamed sticky rice to a mixing bowl. Pour the remaining coconut sauce over the hot rice. Mix gently to incorporate, then cover and allow to sit for 15 minutes for absorption.
06 - Portion the coconut sticky rice evenly among small dessert cups or bowls. Arrange sliced mango on top of each serving.
07 - Drizzle each portion with reserved coconut sauce. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds or mung beans and fresh mint leaves, if desired. Serve warm or at ambient temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses only a handful of basic ingredients from the pantry and market
  • Completely dairy free and gluten free, perfect for almost any dietary needs
  • Make ahead friendly, so you can prep before your guests arrive
  • Stunning to look at, thanks to the layers of glossy coconut rice and juicy mango
02 -
  • High in natural carbohydrates for an energy boost
  • Completely dairy free so suitable for vegan diets
  • Easiest when made with a traditional bamboo steamer but can be adapted with a mesh colander
03 -
  • Soak rice overnight for the absolute best sticky texture
  • Use the ripest mangoes you can find even slightly overripe is better than underripe for this dessert
  • Never let the coconut sauce come to a full boil as it can split or turn oily just gentle heat is all you need

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