Mango Sticky Rice Pudding

Ingredients

Coconut flakes

2 tablespoons, toasted

Sesame seeds

1 tablespoon, toasted

Mango

1 large, peeled and sliced

Salt

1/4 teaspoon

Sugar

1/2 cup

Coconut milk

1 cup

Sticky rice

1 cup

Instructions

1. Begin by rinsing the sticky rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This step is important to remove any excess starch.
2. Soak the rice in water for at least 4 hours or overnight. This will ensure the rice is tender once cooked.
3. After soaking, drain the rice and place it in a steamer basket lined with cheesecloth. This prevents the rice from falling through the holes of the steamer.
4. Steam the rice over high heat for 20-25 minutes, or until it is tender and cooked through.
5. While the rice is steaming, prepare the coconut sauce. In a saucepan, heat the coconut milk, sugar, and salt over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved.
6. Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the steamer and transfer it to a bowl.
7. Pour the warm coconut milk mixture over the rice and stir gently to combine. Let the rice sit for 10-15 minutes to absorb the coconut milk. This step is crucial, as it allows the rice to become flavorful and creamy.
8. To serve, place a generous scoop of the sticky rice on a plate and top with freshly sliced mango. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and coconut flakes for extra texture and flavor.
9. Your Thai Mango Sticky Rice Pudding is ready to be enjoyed! This dish is best served warm and can be enjoyed as a dessert or a sweet snack.