Sweet Mango Sticky Rice

On Mar 7, 2025 12 0

Get ready to discover a delightful and simple dessert that will transport your taste buds to tropical paradise! This Mango Sticky Rice recipe is a classic for good reason – it’s incredibly delicious, naturally halal, and surprisingly easy to make at home. Imagine sweet, juicy mangoes paired with creamy, fragrant sticky rice. This is a treat that’s perfect for any occasion, and beginner cooks will find it a joy to prepare. Let’s get started on making this wonderful dessert!

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here’s what is needed to make this delicious Mango Sticky Rice. Remember, all ingredients listed here are halal.

🍚 Sticky Rice (Glutinous Rice): 1 cup. This special rice is what gives the dish its signature sticky texture.
🥥 Coconut Milk: 1 can (about 13.5 oz). Use full-fat coconut milk for the richest flavor and creamy texture.
🍬 Sugar: ½ cup. Regular granulated sugar works perfectly.
🧂 Salt: ¼ teaspoon. A pinch of salt balances the sweetness and enhances the flavors.
🥭 Ripe Mangoes: 2 large. Choose ripe, sweet mangoes. Look for mangoes that are slightly soft to the touch and fragrant.
🌿 Fresh Mint Leaves (optional, for garnish): A few sprigs. Mint adds a refreshing touch and looks beautiful in the image.
🌰 Sesame Seeds or Nuts (optional, for garnish): 1 tablespoon. Toasted sesame seeds or nuts like pine nuts add a nutty flavor and visual appeal, as seen sprinkled in the image.

Kitchen Equipment Needed:

These are the basic tools you’ll need to put together this recipe. Don’t worry, you likely already have most of these in your kitchen!

🥣 Medium-Sized Bowl: For soaking the sticky rice.
🍚 Rice Cooker or Medium-Sized Pot with Lid: To cook the sticky rice. A rice cooker simplifies the process, but a pot on the stovetop works just as well.
🍲 Small Saucepan: To make the sweet coconut milk sauce.
🥄 Measuring Cups and Spoons: For accurate ingredient measurements.
🔪 Knife and Cutting Board: To cut the mangoes.
🍽️ Serving Plates or Bowls: To serve your beautiful Mango Sticky Rice.

Let’s Get Cooking: Mango Sticky Rice Recipe

Now, let’s go through the steps to prepare this amazing Mango Sticky Rice. Don’t be intimidated – each step is straightforward, and the result is well worth the effort.

Step 1: Soaking the Sticky Rice

First, it’s important to soak the sticky rice. This helps it cook evenly and become perfectly tender.

Pour the 1 cup of sticky rice into the medium-sized bowl.
Add enough cool water to completely cover the rice. The water should be about an inch above the rice.
Let the rice soak for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight. Soaking softens the rice grains, ensuring they cook properly. If time is short, a minimum of 2 hours of soaking is recommended.

Step 2: Cooking the Sticky Rice

Once the rice has soaked, it’s time to cook it. There are two main methods: using a rice cooker or a pot on the stovetop. Both methods are easy to follow.

Using a Rice Cooker:

Drain the soaked sticky rice in a colander (a strainer with holes). Discard the soaking water.
Place the drained rice into the rice cooker.
Add 1 cup of fresh water to the rice cooker. The general rule for sticky rice in a rice cooker is usually a 1:1 rice-to-water ratio after soaking, but always check your rice cooker’s instructions.
Turn on the rice cooker and let it cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Rice cookers automatically switch to “warm” mode when the rice is cooked.

Using a Pot on the Stovetop:

Drain the soaked sticky rice in a colander. Discard the soaking water.
Place the drained rice in the medium-sized pot.
Add 1 cup of fresh water to the pot.
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot tightly with a lid, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the rice is cooked through. Do not lift the lid while the rice is steaming.
To check if the rice is done, gently press a few grains with a spoon. It should be soft and slightly sticky. If there is still water in the pot, continue to cook for a few more minutes, checking frequently. If the rice is cooked but still a bit wet, remove the lid and cook for a minute or two more to evaporate excess water.

Step 3: Making the Sweet Coconut Milk Sauce

While the rice is cooking, let’s prepare the sweet coconut milk sauce. This sauce is what makes Mango Sticky Rice so rich and flavorful.

Pour the can of coconut milk into the small saucepan.
Add the ½ cup of sugar and ¼ teaspoon of salt to the coconut milk.
Place the saucepan over medium heat.
Stir the mixture constantly with a spoon until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved and the sauce is heated through. Do not let the coconut milk boil vigorously, just heat it gently until it’s warm and the sugar is melted.
Once the sugar is dissolved, remove the saucepan from the heat and set the sauce aside.

Step 4: Preparing the Mangoes

While the rice and sauce are being made, you can prepare the mangoes. Ripe, sweet mangoes are key to the deliciousness of this dessert.

Wash the mangoes thoroughly under running water.
There are many ways to cut a mango, but a simple method for this dish is to cut along each side of the flat seed.
Stand the mango upright and slice down one side of the seed, as close to the seed as possible. Repeat on the other side. You will now have two mango “cheeks.”
Take one mango cheek and, without cutting through the skin, score the flesh in a grid pattern, making squares or diamonds. Refer to the image to see how the mango is beautifully cubed.
Invert the mango cheek by pushing the skin side inwards so the cubes pop out.
Use a knife to cut the mango cubes away from the skin.
Repeat with the other mango cheek and the remaining mango.

Step 5: Assembling and Serving Mango Sticky Rice

Now for the best part – putting it all together and enjoying your homemade Mango Sticky Rice!

Once the sticky rice is cooked, let it sit for a few minutes to cool slightly. This makes it easier to handle.
Spoon a generous amount of the cooked sticky rice onto serving plates or bowls. Observe in the image how the rice forms a base.
Arrange the fresh mango cubes next to or on top of the sticky rice. The image shows a beautiful arrangement of mango pieces beside the rice.
Generously drizzle the warm sweet coconut milk sauce over the sticky rice and mangoes, or present the sauce around the base of the dessert as seen in the image. You can adjust the sauce presentation to your preference.
If desired, garnish with fresh mint leaves and toasted sesame seeds or nuts like pine nuts, as pictured in the image. These are optional but add a lovely visual touch and extra flavor.

Enjoy this delightful and naturally halal Mango Sticky Rice immediately while it’s fresh and the rice is still slightly warm. This dessert is a wonderful way to experience the flavors of Southeast Asia in your own kitchen. Making this dish is a truly rewarding experience, especially when you taste the perfect combination of sweet mango and creamy sticky rice.

This simple recipe shows how easy it is to make delicious and authentic desserts at home. Don’t hesitate to try making Mango Sticky Rice – it’s a treat that’s sure to impress! Share your own Mango Sticky Rice creations with friends and family, and enjoy the joy of homemade goodness.