Mango Lime Coconut Sticky Rice Breakfast Bowls
Creamy coconut sticky rice topped with mango and lime makes a breakfast that feels like a little vacation in a bowl.
Prep: 10 · Cook: 25 · Total: 35 · Serves: 4 · Difficulty: Easy · Rating: 4.8/5 (188 reviews)
INSPIRED BY
Thai mango sticky rice — Thailand
Inspired by the flavors of Thai-style sticky rice with mango, adapted into an easy, everyday breakfast bowl.
Story
If you have ever stared at a sad breakfast and wished it felt a little more special, this bowl is my answer. The coconut rice cooks up in one pot, and the mango makes it feel like you planned ahead, even if you did not. I like to set out toppings family-style so everyone can build their own bowl at the table. It is a small trick, but it turns an ordinary morning into something that feels like a treat.
By Casey
Ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice, rinsed
- 1 cup water
- 1 (13.5 oz) can coconut milk
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 2 Tbsp lime juice
- 2 ripe mangoes, diced
- 1/3 cup toasted shredded coconut
- 2 Tbsp chopped roasted peanuts or cashews
Instructions
- Rinse the rice until the water runs mostly clear, then drain well.
- In a small pot, combine rice and water, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low for 10 minutes.
- Stir in coconut milk, brown sugar, and salt. Cover again and cook 12 to 15 minutes, stirring once halfway, until the rice is tender and creamy.
- Remove from heat and stir in lime zest and lime juice. Let stand, covered, 5 minutes to thicken.
- Spoon warm sticky rice into bowls and top with diced mango.
- Finish with toasted coconut and nuts, then serve right away.
Chef Tips
- If your rice looks too thick, loosen it with a splash of warm water or a little extra coconut milk.
- No mango, use peaches, pineapple, or berries.
- For extra aroma, add a small piece of ginger to the pot and remove before serving.
- Leftovers reheat well in the microwave with a tablespoon of water stirred in.
Cook's Notes
- **Rice choice:** Jasmine keeps things soft and fragrant, but any long-grain rice works.
- **Sweetness:** Start with 2 tablespoons sugar, then taste after the lime goes in.
- **Make-ahead:** Cook the rice the night before and reheat with a splash of water.