Healthy Thai Mango Sticky Rice

• 1 cup Thai sticky rice (glutinous rice)

• 1 1/2 cups water

• 1 ripe mango, peeled and sliced

• 1 cup coconut milk

• 1/4 cup white sugar

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)

• 1 tablespoon coconut flakes (optional)

• 1 tablespoon mung bean or split yellow bean, roasted (optional)

1. Rinse the sticky rice in cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.


2. Soak the sticky rice in 1 1/2 cups of water for at least an hour, or overnight for optimal absorption.


3. Steam the rice for 30-40 minutes, or until it becomes translucent and tender.


4. While the rice is steaming, combine the coconut milk, white sugar, and salt in a saucepan.


5. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Do not let it boil.


6. Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a bowl and pour three-quarters of the coconut milk mixture over the rice.


7. Stir the rice and coconut milk mixture gently to combine and let it sit for around 30 minutes for the flavors to meld.


8. Slice the ripe mango into thin pieces.


9. Serve the sticky rice on a plate or in a bowl. Place the mango slices on top of the rice.


10. Drizzle the remaining coconut milk mixture over the mango and rice.


11. If using, sprinkle roasted sesame seeds, coconut flakes, and roasted mung beans or split yellow beans on top.


12. Enjoy your Healthy Thai Mango Sticky Rice while still warm or at room temperature.