Vegan Mango Sticky Rice with Coconut Milk and Lychee Syrup

Vegan Mango Sticky Rice with Coconut Milk and Lychee Syrup

This vegan version of the classic Filipino dessert combines tropical flavors and a heavenly mouthfeel for an easy plant-based treat. Enjoy a sensory journey with this Vegan Mango Sticky Rice recipe!

Time: Prep - 5 min, Cook - 30 min, Total - 35 min
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: Filipino

Allergens

None

Ingredients

  • 1 cup glutinous rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup lychee syrup
  • 2 ripe mangoes, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted

Instructions

  1. Rinse the glutinous rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, bring the water to a boil. Add the rinsed glutinous rice, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the water.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). In a baking dish, spread the cooked rice evenly. Drizzle with coconut milk and bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown.
  4. Serve the warm sticky rice in individual plates, topping each with sliced mangoes and drizzling with lychee syrup. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.

Chef’s Insight

Choose ripe yet firm mangoes for this recipe, as they hold their shape better when sliced.

Notes

Make sure to use ripe but firm mangoes for this recipe. Adjust cooking time according to your oven's temperature calibration.

Cultural or Historical Background

Mango Sticky Rice is a popular dessert throughout Southeast Asia, with each country having its own variations. The Filipino version combines sweet sticky rice with the tropical flavors of coconut and mangoes.