Mango Sticky Rice | Thai Dessert Highlight

Wash the sticky rice thoroughly (approx. 5 times) until the water runs clear. Soak the rice overnight (or at least 4 hours) in plenty of water. Afterwards, drain the water and carefully wrap the rice in a cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel. Steam in a steamer or a sieve insert over boiling water with the lid closed for approx. 30 minutes.

While the rice is steaming, prepare the coconut syrup: Mix 80 ml coconut milk, the sugar, and 2 g salt in a small saucepan and heat gently until the sugar has completely dissolved. The syrup should be ready before the rice is finished steaming.

Once the rice is ready, transfer it hot to a bowl and immediately mix with the warm coconut syrup. Cover the bowl and let the rice rest for approx. 20 minutes so it can fully absorb the syrup.