Mango and Coconut Sticky Rice
This is the best-known dessert in the Thai culinary world, and with reason! It may seem ordinary, but it’s absolutely delicious. The sweetness of the rice, combined with that of…
Instructions
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Rince the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well. Transfer the rice to the bowl and cover with cold water. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Drain the rice well.
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Place the rice in a sieve. Place over a pot with at least 1 ½ inches (4 cm) of water (the sieve should not touch the water). Bring to a boil. Cover and cook over medium-high heat for 15 to 20 minutes or until the rice is tender, making sure there is always enough water in the pot.
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Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the coconut milk, sugar and salt.
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Add the cooked rice to the bowl of coconut milk. Mix well to coat each grain. Let cool.
This is the best-known dessert in the Thai culinary world, and with reason! It may seem ordinary, but it’s absolutely delicious. The sweetness of the rice, combined with that of the mango and a sweet and salty coconut sauce makes it a truly incredible dessert.
