Sticky Mango Rice

Ingredients

• 1 cup (200g) glutinous rice 1 cup (200g) glutinous rice
• 1 cup (240ml) coconut milk 1 cup (240ml) coconut milk
• 1/4 cup (50g) sugar 1/4 cup (50g) sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 ripe mangoes 2 ripe mangoes
• Toasted sesame seeds or coconut flakes, for garnish Toasted sesame seeds or coconut flakes, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 10g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 52g, 20g
• Protein: 4g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Rinse the glutinous rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. 2.
   Drain the soaked rice and transfer it to a steamer lined with a cheesecloth or banana leaves. Steam the rice over medium heat for 20-25 minutes, or until it becomes tender and sticky.
3. 3.
   In a saucepan, combine the coconut milk, sugar, and salt. Heat the mixture over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, stirring occasionally.
4. 4.
   Pour half of the coconut milk mixture over the cooked rice and gently mix until the rice is well coated. Let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the rice to absorb the flavors.
5. 5.
   Peel the mangoes and slice them into thin pieces.
6. 6.
   Serve the sticky rice on a plate or in a bowl, topped with the sliced mangoes. Drizzle the remaining coconut milk mixture over the mangoes.
7. 7.
   Garnish with toasted sesame seeds or coconut flakes for added texture and flavor.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Glutinous rice — Make sure to rinse the rice thoroughly to remove excess starch before soaking. Soaking the rice for at least 4 hours or overnight will ensure it becomes sticky when cooked.
• Mangoes — Choose ripe mangoes that are sweet and juicy for the best flavor. You can also try using different varieties of mangoes to add variety to the dish.

Tips & Tricks

• To enhance the flavor of the coconut milk, you can add pandan leaves or pandan extract while heating it.
• For a creamier texture, you can substitute half of the coconut milk with coconut cream.
• If you prefer a sweeter dessert, you can increase the amount of sugar in the coconut milk mixture.
• To make the dish more visually appealing, you can shape the sticky rice into small balls or use a mold before serving.
• Leftover sticky mango rice can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat it in a steamer or microwave before serving.

Serving advice

Serve the Sticky Mango Rice warm or at room temperature for the best taste and texture. It can be enjoyed as a dessert or a sweet snack.

Presentation advice

To make the dish visually appealing, arrange the sliced mangoes on top of the sticky rice in an attractive pattern. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds or coconut flakes over the mangoes for an added touch of elegance.