Delicious Sticky Rice with Coconut Milk and Mango Recipe

Enjoy the taste of Thailand with this delightful sticky rice dish. Made with fragrant coconut milk and ripe mangoes, this recipe is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors. This traditional Thai dessert is a crowd-pleaser and can be enjoyed as a refreshing snack or a dessert. It's easy to make and requires minimal ingredients. So get ready to indulge in the exotic flavors of Thailand with this heavenly sticky rice with coconut milk and mango recipe.

Ingredients

• 1 cup sticky rice (also known as glutinous rice)
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 ripe mangoes
• Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. Rinse the sticky rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. Soak the sticky rice in enough water to cover it completely for at least 4 hours or overnight.
3. After soaking, drain the sticky rice.
4. Place the sticky rice in a steamer basket lined with cheesecloth or a banana leaf.
5. Steam the sticky rice over high heat for 30 minutes or until it becomes soft and sticky.
6. While the rice is steaming, prepare the coconut sauce by heating the coconut milk, sugar, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is hot, but not boiling. Set aside.
7. Peel and slice the ripe mangoes.
8. Once the sticky rice is cooked, transfer it to a bowl.
9. Pour the coconut sauce over the sticky rice and gently mix until the rice is evenly coated.
10. Let the sticky rice sit for 10 minutes to soak up the coconut sauce.
11. To serve, place a generous portion of sticky rice on a plate and top it with sliced mangoes.
12. Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired.
13. Enjoy the delicious sticky rice with coconut milk and mango!

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