Khao Niao Moon (Sticky Rice with Coconut and Sesame)
A simple yet delightful sweet sticky rice dish, often served as a snack or dessert. It's made with glutinous rice steamed to perfection and then mixed with sweetened coconut milk and toasted sesame seeds.
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 cups Glutinous rice (sweet rice)
- 2.5 cups Water(for steaming rice)
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 0.5 cup Sugar(adjust to taste)
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 3 tbsp Toasted white sesame seeds(for garnish)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Rinse the glutinous rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in clean water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
💡 Tip: Soaking is crucial for even cooking. - 2
Drain the soaked rice and place it in a steamer lined with cheesecloth or a fine-mesh sieve. Steam over boiling water for about 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and cooked through.
- 3
While the rice is steaming, gently heat the coconut milk, sugar, and salt in a saucepan over low heat. Stir until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved. Do not boil.
💡 Tip: Gentle heating prevents the coconut milk from separating. - 4
Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a mixing bowl. Pour the warm coconut milk mixture over the hot rice and gently mix until well combined. Let it sit for about 10-15 minutes to allow the rice to absorb the liquid.
- 5
Serve the sticky rice warm, garnished generously with toasted sesame seeds.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure the rice is glutinous (sweet rice) for the correct texture.
- ✓Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium-low heat until fragrant and lightly golden.
- ✓Adjust sugar quantity based on your sweetness preference.
🔄 Variations
- Add a pinch of pandan extract for a subtle aroma.
- Serve with fresh mango slices when in season.