Mango Sticky Rice

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1. 1

   Rinse the glutinous rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear.

   Noin 3 min

2. 2

   Soak the rinsed glutinous rice in cold water for at least 30 minutes, or preferably 4-6 hours, or overnight.

   Noin 30 min

   Kokin vinkki: Longer soaking times result in softer, more evenly cooked rice.

3. 3

   Drain the soaked glutinous rice well.

   Noin 1 min

4. 4

   Set up a steamer over a pot of boiling water and line the steamer basket with cheesecloth or parchment paper.

   Noin 2 min

5. 5

   Spread the drained glutinous rice evenly in the prepared steamer basket.

   Noin 1 min

6. 6

   Steam the glutinous rice for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and translucent.

   Noin 25 min

   Kokin vinkki: Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.

7. 7

   While the rice is steaming, prepare the coconut milk mixture for the rice. In a small saucepan, combine the coconut milk, granulated sugar, and salt (for rice).

   Noin 5 min

8. 8

   Heat the coconut milk mixture over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar and salt are fully dissolved. Do not boil.

   Noin 3 min

9. 9

   Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl.

   Noin 1 min

10. 10

    Pour the warm coconut milk mixture over the hot rice and gently fold it in until fully absorbed.

    Noin 2 min

11. 11

    Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and let the sticky rice rest for at least 30 minutes, allowing it to absorb all the coconut milk and become truly sticky.

    Noin 30 min

    Kokin vinkki: The longer it rests, the better the flavor and texture will be.

12. 12

    While the rice rests, prepare the coconut sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the coconut milk, granulated sugar, and salt (for sauce).

    Noin 2 min

13. 13

    In a separate small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry.

    Noin 1 min

14. 14

    Heat the coconut sauce mixture over medium-low heat until it simmers.

    Noin 2 min

15. 15

    Slowly whisk in the cornstarch slurry and continue to cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens slightly.

    Noin 2 min

16. 16

    Remove the coconut sauce from the heat and set aside.

17. 17

    To serve, scoop a portion of the warm sticky rice onto a plate.

    Noin 1 min

18. 18

    Arrange fresh mango slices next to the rice.

    Noin 1 min

19. 19

    Drizzle generously with the prepared coconut sauce.

    Noin 1 min

20. 20

    Optionally, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.