Thai Mango Sticky Rice (Mamuang Khao Niew)

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup Jasmine sticky rice (glutinous rice)
• 3 cups Water (for soaking/steaming)
• 1/2 cup Coconut milk
• 2 tbsp Granulated sugar
• 1/8 tsp Fine salt
• 1 large Mango (ripe, sliced)
• 1 tsp Toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak the sticky rice in water for 15 minutes, then drain.

2. 2

   Steam the soaked rice for 20 minutes until tender and slightly translucent.

3. 3

   While the rice steams, mix coconut milk, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan over low heat until the sugar dissolves (do not boil).

4. 4

   Transfer the hot steamed rice to a bowl and stir in about half the coconut sauce; let it sit 2 minutes to absorb.

5. 5

   Serve with sliced mango and drizzle the remaining coconut sauce over the top (garnish with sesame seeds if using).