What Are The Most Popular Desserts In Asia?
This simplified version of one of the most popular desserts in Asia brings authentic Thai flavors to your home with minimal effort. Perfect for busy families wanting to explore what are the most popular desserts in Asia using ingredients available in most grocery stores
Ingredients
- 1 cup glutinous (sweet) rice
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk, divided
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the glutinous rice several times until water runs clear. Soak for 30 minutes if you have time (can skip if in a hurry).
- Drain the rice. Add to a pot with 1 1/2 cups water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender
- While rice cooks, pour 1 cup of coconut milk into a small saucepan. Add sugar and salt. Heat over medium-low, stirring until sugar dissolves. Do not boil
- When rice is cooked, transfer to a bowl and pour the warm coconut mixture over it. Stir gently to combine. Cover and let sit for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- In the same saucepan, heat remaining coconut milk over low heat just until warm. This will be your serving sauce.
- To serve, place a portion of sticky rice on a plate, arrange mango slices beside it, and drizzle with the warm coconut sauce.
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts if desired.
Notes
For a quick version, use a rice cooker to prepare the glutinous rice according to manufacturer instructions.
Choose mangoes that yield slightly to gentle pressure for the perfect ripeness.
This dish is best served warm or at room temperature - perfect for busy families as it can be prepared slightly ahead of time.
For a healthier version, reduce the sugar to 1/4 cup.
If glutinous rice is unavailable, sushi rice can work as a substitute in a pinch.