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Mango sticky rice served on a plate
Creamy and sweet mango sticky rice, a traditional Thai dessert

Thai Mango Sticky Rice (Khao Niao Mamuang)

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Cakes and Desserts
The queen of Thai desserts. 'Glutinous rice' is a special type of rice with high starch content that makes it stick together. The combination of salty-sweet coconut sauce and acidic mango is perfection. Note: This is not rice pudding; it must be steamed, not boiled!
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 30 mins
⌛ Total Time 4 hrs 50 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 520 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Thai

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Steamer basket or bamboo steamer
  • Bowl for soaking rice

Allergen Information

⚠️ Sesame
⚠️ Tree Nuts (Coconut)

Instructions

1 ✓

Rinse rice in cold water until water runs clear (5-6 times), then soak for at least 4 hours (or overnight).

Tip: Washing removes surface starch so grains aren't slimy, just sticky.
2 ✓

Drain rice and place in a steamer lined with cheesecloth. Steam covered for 25-30 minutes until soft and translucent.

Tip: Steaming cooks the grains gently without waterlogging them.
3 ✓

Meanwhile, heat half (or 2/3) of the coconut milk with sugar and salt until dissolved. Do not boil!

Tip: The salt is essential! It highlights the sweetness of the coconut.
4 ✓

Place hot rice in a bowl and pour the warm coconut sauce over it. Mix, cover, and let sit for 20 minutes.

Tip: The hot rice absorbs the liquid and swells.
5 ✓

Season the remaining coconut milk with a pinch of salt/sugar and simmer until slightly thickened (this is the topping).

6 ✓

Serve rice with sliced mango, drizzle with thickened sauce, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Tip: The crunchy seeds add texture to the soft bites.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use Jasmine rice?
No. Jasmine rice will fall apart. Only 'Glutinous' or 'Sweet Rice' works.
Why do I need to soak it?
Because we steam it, not boil it. The water needs to penetrate the grains beforehand.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups Thai Sweet Rice (Glutinous Rice)
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) Full-Fat Coconut Milk
  • 1/4 cup Sugar (Palm or Granulated)
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 2 ripe Mangoes
  • 1 tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds (or Mung Beans)