Thai Mango Sticky Rice (Vegan) – Using Coconut Milk

Ingredients

• 1 cup glutinous (sticky) rice
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 ripe mango
• 1/4 cup extra coconut milk for drizzling
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional garnish)(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the sticky rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 30 minutes (you can skip soaking if short on time).

2. 2

   Drain the rice and place it in a steamer basket; steam over boiling water for 15‑20 minutes until tender.

3. 3

   While the rice steams, combine 1 cup coconut milk, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan; heat gently until the sugar dissolves, then remove from heat.

4. 4

   When the rice is done, transfer it to a bowl and pour 3/4 of the sweetened coconut milk over it, stirring to coat; let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb.

5. 5

   Peel and slice the mango into thin wedges or cubes and arrange on plates beside the sticky rice.

6. 6

   Drizzle the remaining coconut milk over the mango and rice, and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds if using.