How to Make Purple Sticky Rice with Mango - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to unique and flavorful dishes, few things compare to the colorful and sweet combination of purple sticky rice with mango. This Thai-inspired dessert is a perfect blend of textures and flavors, making it a popular choice for those with a sweet tooth. The contrasting colors of the vibrant purple rice and the golden mango make for a visually stunning presentation that is sure to impress your guests.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup light coconut milk
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup black sticky rice
  • ½ cup water
  • ¼ cup light coconut milk
  • ¼ cup shredded unsweetened coconut, divided
  • 2 mangos, sliced into lengthwise strips

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Whisk 1/2 cup coconut milk, sugar, and salt together in a bowl until sugar dissolves and coconut sauce is smooth.
  • Combine rice, water, 1/4 cup coconut milk, and 1 tablespoon shredded coconut in a saucepan over medium heat; simmer, stirring frequently, for 10 minutes. Decrease heat to low and cook until rice is sticky and soft, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Pour 1/2 of the coconut sauce over rice; stir and fluff with a fork. Add remaining coconut sauce to rice mixture and stir well. Remove saucepan from heat and let stand until most of the liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
  • Cook and stir remaining shredded coconut in a skillet over medium-low heat until lightly toasted, about 5 minutes.
  • Ladle about 1/2 cup rice mixture into each serving bowl or plate. Arrange 4 to 5 slices mango on each serving; sprinkle toasted coconut over mango.
  • Nutrition

    393 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Sodium: 305mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 76g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 37g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 20mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 283mg