Description
This Thai Black Sticky Rice Pudding is a luxurious and flavorful dessert made with tender black glutinous rice simmered in coconut milk and sweetened with sugar. Served warm with an extra coconut milk sauce and optional toppings like mango slices, toasted sesame seeds, or coconut flakes, this pudding offers a rich, creamy, and comforting treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup black sticky rice (Thai black glutinous rice)
- 3 cups water
- 1/2 cup coconut milk (full-fat)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
For Serving Sauce
- 1/2 cup extra coconut milk
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings
- Mango slices
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Coconut flakes
Instructions
- Rinse the rice: Rinse the black sticky rice under cold running water several times until the water runs mostly clear to remove excess starch and impurities.
- Cook the rice: Combine the rinsed rice and 3 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and most of the water is absorbed.
- Add coconut milk and sugar: Stir in 1/2 cup of coconut milk, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt into the cooked rice. Continue to simmer for another 5 to 10 minutes until the mixture thickens and becomes creamy.
- Prepare the serving sauce: In a separate small saucepan, gently heat the remaining 1/2 cup coconut milk with 1 tablespoon sugar and a pinch of salt until warm, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar. This sauce will be drizzled over the pudding when served.
- Serve: Spoon the sticky rice pudding into bowls, drizzle with the warm coconut sauce, and garnish with optional toppings such as mango slices, toasted sesame seeds, or coconut flakes for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer and creamier texture.
- Black sticky rice takes longer to cook than white varieties, so plan accordingly.
- Stir occasionally while cooking to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- Customize the dessert with your favorite toppings like fresh fruit or nuts.
- This pudding tastes great both warm and chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
