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    Published: Aug 19, 2021 by Nart · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Thai Mango Sticky Rice

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    Mango Sticky Rice or Khao Neo Mamuang is an addictive classic Thai dessert and a great way to enjoy fresh mangoes. You can indulge in this gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan dessert on any occasion and it's so much cheaper when you make it yourself!

    Thai sweet sticky rice topped with coconut sauce and toasted sesame with mango

    Why This Recipe Works

    Thai mango sticky rice, also known as sticky rice mango and khao neo mamuang (ข้าวเหนียวมะม่วง) in Thai, is one of the most famous Thai desserts that just about everyone enjoys. If anyone tells you it's a love-at-first-bite kind of dessert, you should definitely believe them!  

    Usually, in Thai restaurants, both in Thailand and overseas, this dessert can be quite pricey. If you make this yourself at home, you can have a large amount to enjoy in many portions or share with others for a much, much cheaper price.

    Although it does take a bit of time to make, this sweet sticky rice mango recipe is authentic and as good as it gets. And trust me it doesn't take too long and is completely worth it!

    Oh, and if you love Thai or Thai-inspired desserts, don't forget to check out my Thai Sticky Rice Pudding with Corn, Thai-style Shaved Ice Dessert (Nam Kang Sai), Tub Tim Grob, Rainbow Polka Dot Cake, and Easy Thai Tea Cheesecake recipes!

    Ingredients You Need

    Here is a visual overview of the all the ingredients in the recipe. Scroll down to the recipe at the bottom for quantities.

    Thai mango sticky rice dessert ingredients

    Ingredients Notes

    A few things you want to know about a few of the ingredients!

    Thai sweet sticky rice or khao neo moon in a blue bowl

    Sticky Rice: Undoubtedly, you want to use sticky rice, also known as glutinous or sweet rice to make khao neo moon (ข้าวเหนียวมูน) which is the sweet sticky rice made with coconut milk, arguably the most integral parts of this dessert. If you live in Thailand, visit a rice store at a local wet market and ask for "Khao Neo Keo Ngoo (ข้าวเหนียวเขี้ยวงู)" - this literally translates to “sticky rice snake teeth.”

    Rice stores usually have two types of keo ngoo sticky rice – old and new. With this, old doesn’t mean bad. The two types are just used for different things. Just tell them you want to make mango sticky rice and they’ll be able to pick the right kind they have for you.

    For those, not living in Thailand, here’s where you can order Thai sticky rice online.

    Pandan Leaves

    pandan leaves being held in a hand

    Pandan leaves are used in many traditional Thai desserts for its green color and amazing fragrance. For this recipe, we're only using it to add that pleasant smell to the coconut syrup which will be pour over cooked sticky rice. Though, you could extract its color to make your sticky rice green too if you wanted.

    Now I understand that pandan leaves may not be easy to find all over the world. If you can't find them, you can omit them. Your sticky rice will still be delicious but just without that little nice touch. Or you can check if this shop deliver fresh pandan leaves to your address.

    Mango

    a Thai mango having been prepared in cubes for mango sticky rice
    Thai Mangoes | Mamuang Nam Dok Mai | มะม่วงน้ำดอกไม้

    Choosing the perfect mangoes for this dessert is easy-peasy. Any sweet ripe mango will do! We have different types of mangoes here in Thailand, but the most popular ones to accompany the sweet sticky rice in mango sticky rice are mamuang ok rong (มะม่วงอกร่อง) and mamuang name dok mai (มะม่วงน้ำดอกไม้). Both types are really sweet when ripe but they are different in terms of smell and texture. 

    The ones you see in the picture above are nam dok mai mangoes. I prefer this type because it has a smoother texture. Ok rong mangoes have a stronger smell which a lot of Thais LOVE, but the texture can be very fibrous. I'm not a big fan of its texture.

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    Step-By-Step Instructions

    Quick Tips

    • Make sure you soak it overnight before making this recipe so that your sweet sticky rice turns out nice and soft.
    • Also bruise the pandan leaves before you use them so you can extract the most fragrance out of them.
    process shot of how to make Thai sweet sticky rice or khao neo moon

    Step 1: Bring a pot of water to a hard boil. Put a steamer on top of the pot and steam the rice that has been soaked overnight in a cheesecloth in a steamer with a lid on for 30 minutes.

    Step 2: While the sticky rice is cooking, make the coconut syrup for sweetening the rice by bringing 1 cup of coconut milk, ¼ teaspoon of salt, ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and 3 pandan leaves to a gentle boil.

    Step 3: Make the coconut sauce for drizzling over the sweet sticky rice by bringing ¾ cup of coconut milk and ¼ teaspoon of salt to a gentle boil. Then, add 1 tablespoon of corn starch, stir until thickened and remove from heat.

    Step 4: Once the sticky rice is cooked, transfer it from the cheesecloth to a pot. 

    process shots of how to make Thai sweet sticky rice mango

    Step 5: Add the coconut syrup to the rice, mix it in with a spatula. Then, cover the pot with a lid and let the rice absorb the coconut syrup for 20-30 minutes. The sweet sticky rice is ready when the rice has absorbed all the liquid and the rice should look shiny.

    Step 6: Prepare the mangoes by slicing them lengthways on both sides of the stones. Then score a lattice into the flesh without cutting through the skin and gently push the skin to make the cubes stand out. Alternatively, you can peel the mangoes and cut the flesh into bite-size pieces.

    Step 7: To serve, arrange the mango and sweet sticky rice on a serving plate side by side. You might want to garnish with fresh pandan or mint leaves just to add a bit of green to the plate.

    Step 8: Drizzle the salty coconut sauce over the sticky rice and top the sauce with toasted white sesame seeds or fried split mung beans and serve.

    Notes: This dessert can be eaten after a meal or as a "snack" - it's a heavy snack but that's how we roll. To enjoy the Thai mango sticky rice, make sure you have everything (the rice, the mango, the sauce, and the topping) in one bite. 🙂

    Storing and Reheating

    Thai salty dessert coconut sauce in a small glass jar

    Mango sticky rice is best consumed within the day of making as that's when the rice has the best texture. However, if you don't finish it within one sitting, the rice and the sauce will keep for 1-2 days in the fridge. You can store them separately in airtight containers and reheat each in the microwave for 1.5-2 minutes before eating. Note that the rice may become drier after reheating.

    Thai mango sticky rice dessert with pandan leaves on a black plate

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    Thai mango sticky rice dessert with pandan leaves on a black plate

    Mango Sticky Rice Recipe

    Mango Sticky Rice or Khao Neo Mamuang is an addictive classic Thai dessert and a great way to enjoy fresh mangoes. You can indulge in this gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan dessert on any occasion and it's so much cheaper when you make it yourself!
    4.99 from 68 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Thai
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Soaking Time: 1 day day
    Total Time: 1 day day 1 hour hour
    Servings: 3 people
    Calories: 659kcal
    Author: Nart

    Ingredients

    SWEET STICKY RICE

    • 1 cup sticky rice soaked overnight
    • 1 cup coconut milk
    • ⅝ cup granulated sugar
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 3 pandan leaves

    SALTY COCONUT SAUCE

    • ¾ cup coconut milk
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 1 tablespoon corn starch

    MANGOES

    • 2 ripe mangoes

    TOPPING CHOICES (OPTIONAL)

    • toasted white sesame seeds
    • fried split mung beans
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    Instructions

    • Bring a pot of water to a hard boil. Put a steamer on top of the pot and steam the rice that has been soaked overnight in a cheesecloth in a steamer with a lid on for 30 minutes.
    • While the sticky rice is cooking, make the coconut syrup for sweetening the rice by bringing 1 cup of coconut milk, ¼ teaspoon of salt, ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and 3 pandan leaves to a gentle boil.
    • Make the coconut sauce for drizzling over the sweet sticky rice by bringing ¾ cup of coconut milk and ¼ teaspoon of salt to a gentle boil. Then, add 1 tablespoon of corn starch, stir until thickened and remove from heat.
    • Once the sticky rice is cooked, transfer it from the cheesecloth to a pot. 
    • Add the coconut syrup to the rice, mix it in with a spatula. Then, cover the pot with a lid and let the rice absorb the coconut syrup for 20-30 minutes. The sweet sticky rice is ready when the rice has absorbed all the liquid and the rice should look shiny.
    • Prepare the mangoes by slicing them lengthways on both sides of the stones. Then score a lattice into the flesh without cutting through the skin and gently push the skin to make the cubes stand out. Alternatively, you can peel the mangoes and cut the flesh into bite-size pieces.
    • To serve, arrange the mango and sweet sticky rice on a serving plate side by side. You might want to garnish with fresh pandan or mint leaves just to add a bit of green to the plate.
    • Drizzle the salty coconut sauce over the sticky rice and top the sauce with toasted white sesame seeds or fried split mung beans and serve.

    Video

    Notes

    1. Make sure you soak it overnight before making this recipe so that your sweet sticky rice turns out nice and soft.
    2. Bruise the pandan leaves before you use them so you can extract the most fragrance out of them.
    3. ⅝ cup of granulated sugar equals ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons.
    4. Mango sticky rice is best consumed within the day of making as that’s when the rice has the best texture. However, if you don’t finish it within one sitting, the rice and the sauce will keep for 1-2 days in the fridge. You can store them separately in airtight containers and reheat each in the microwave for 1.5-2 minutes before eating. Note that the rice may become drier after reheating.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 659kcalCarbohydrates: 98gProtein: 7gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 25gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 410mgPotassium: 339mgFiber: 2gSugar: 42gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 5mg
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    1. silvia says

      September 12, 2021 at 9:03 am

      5 stars
      I never thought making mango sticky rice would be this easy. This is one of my favorite desserts. Now we will be making it over and over again.

      Reply
    2. Veronika Sykorova says

      September 08, 2021 at 7:09 am

      5 stars
      Sticky rice has been on my list of recipes to try for a looong time, I'm glad I finally tried it! It was so good with the mango!

      Reply
    3. Elaine says

      September 07, 2021 at 10:58 pm

      5 stars
      I guess it is as sticky as the rice can get, huh? Fantastic recipe, and the instructions are so easy to follow, which makes it just perfect!

      Reply
    4. Chef Dennis says

      September 07, 2021 at 3:44 pm

      5 stars
      I super love mangoes but I have never had the chance to try this Mango Sticky Rice . It looks absolutely delicious. So excited to make this.

      Reply
    5. Marta says

      September 07, 2021 at 8:25 am

      5 stars
      All of us love sticky rice and mango. We followed your recipe and it was delicious. Thank you!

      Reply
    6. Natalia says

      September 07, 2021 at 3:16 am

      5 stars
      This mango sticky rice looks soooo good! Such a fabulous combination. I have never tried but would love it. I’m all about trying new recipes!

      Reply
      • Nart says

        October 13, 2021 at 10:50 am

        This is one you really can't miss!

        Reply
    7. Bernice says

      September 06, 2021 at 10:46 pm

      5 stars
      I am a sucker for anything mango...and Thai sticky rice is such a delicious treat. I have to order it every time we go out for Thai food but now I'm happy to try making it at home!

      Reply
      • Nart says

        October 13, 2021 at 10:49 am

        Easy and MUCH cheaper!

        Reply
    8. Gloria says

      September 06, 2021 at 9:53 pm

      5 stars
      Love the sound of this rice recipe. I always have coconut milk in the pantry. Mango is such a great addition to this delicious side dish.

      Reply
      • Nart says

        October 13, 2021 at 10:49 am

        It is, hehe. It goes very well with the sweetened sticky rice 🙂

        Reply
    9. Cara says

      December 21, 2020 at 8:54 pm

      5 stars
      Love this! I've been a fan of mango sticky rice for a while but my partner is new to it. Your recipe was so easy to follow and a great way to introduce him to such a tasty treat!

      Reply
    10. Deborah says

      December 20, 2020 at 10:03 pm

      5 stars
      This is probably the best up close photo of sticky rice I've ever seen. Sold me into making it and it was fantastic.

      Reply
    11. Amanda says

      December 20, 2020 at 6:19 am

      5 stars
      This rice came out so good! The coconut sauce added such a special finishing touch. I'll definitely make this again.

      Reply
    12. Jess says

      October 09, 2020 at 8:00 pm

      5 stars
      I love mango and coconut. What a perfect combo of flavors of the sweet rice with the salty sauce.

      Reply
      • Nart says

        October 11, 2020 at 2:56 pm

        Thank you very much 🙂

        Reply
    13. Heidy says

      October 09, 2020 at 5:43 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe for mango sticky rice was so delish! I swear it flew off the table in 3 seconds. The children loved it and asked me to make it again "TODAY" we just had it last night---lol! I will be sharing this with my sister who loves mango sticky rice.

      Have a great day!
      Heidy McCallum

      Reply
      • Nart says

        October 11, 2020 at 2:57 pm

        Thank you so much, Heidy! So glad you guys enjoyed it and your comment just made my day! <3<3<3

        Reply
    14. Danielle Wolter says

      October 09, 2020 at 5:26 pm

      5 stars
      Thai sticky rice is one of my favs! I've never tried making it at home, but def am going to now. You've made it so easy!

      Reply
      • Nart says

        October 11, 2020 at 2:57 pm

        It's really easy you've got to try!

        Reply
    15. Dannii says

      October 09, 2020 at 5:15 pm

      5 stars
      Oh this reminds me of being in Thailand. I need to try making it myself.

      Reply
      • Nart says

        October 11, 2020 at 2:57 pm

        You'll love it 🙂

        Reply
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