Tiki-Inspired Coconut and Mango Sticky Rice
A sweet dessert of sticky rice infused with coconut milk and topped with ripe mango slices, evoking tropical island flavors with a creamy texture and fruity brightness. This Asian Fusion-inspired recipe (gluten free), ready in about 55 minutes, layers glutinous (sticky) rice, coconut milk, granulated sugar 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 350 calories and feeds 3, 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.
Ingredients
- 1 cup glutinous (sticky) rice
- 1 1/2 cups coconut milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 large, peeled and sliced ripe mango
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
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Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse 1 cup glutinous rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for at least 4 hours or overnight, then drain.
- Step 2: Steam the soaked rice in a bamboo steamer or a steaming basket over boiling water for 20 minutes. Remove and fluff the rice gently.
- Step 3: In a saucepan, combine 1 1/2 cups coconut milk, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves and the mixture is hot but not boiling (about 5 minutes).
- Step 4: Pour 3/4 of the hot coconut milk mixture over the steamed rice, stir gently, cover, and let it absorb for 20 minutes until creamy.
- Step 5: To serve, place a portion of the coconut sticky rice on a plate, top with slices from 1 large ripe mango, and drizzle with the remaining coconut milk mixture. Sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds for added texture and flavor.








