Sweet Mango Sticky Rice with Coconut Sauce

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Classic Vietnamese dessert featuring glutinous rice steamed with coconut milk, topped with ripe mango and a warm, spiced coconut sauce. This vietnamese-inspired desserts (gluten free) ready in about 40 minutes layers glutinous rice, coconut milk, mango into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Vietnamese cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse glutinous rice under cold water until water runs clear, then soak in 1 cup warm water for 2 hours. Drain and steam in a lined bamboo basket for 20 minutes until tender.
  2. Step 2: In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup coconut milk, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1/2 cup water, and 1/4 tsp salt. Simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes until sugar dissolves and mixture thickens slightly.
  3. Step 3: Slice mango into thin wedges. Place steamed rice in a bowl, drizzle with warm coconut sauce, and top with mango slices.
  4. Step 4: Sprinkle with 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds and serve warm or at room temperature.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sweet Mango Sticky Rice with Coconut Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (30 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.

How do I store leftover Sweet Mango Sticky Rice with Coconut Sauce?

Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sweet Mango Sticky Rice with Coconut Sauce?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Sweet Mango Sticky Rice with Coconut Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Sweet Mango Sticky Rice with Coconut Sauce gluten free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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