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Sub_title: Sweet Gluten-free and High-fiber Dessert Made with Coconut Milk and Black Sesame Seeds
Description: This easy vegan mango sticky rice recipe is made with gluten-free black rice, coconut milk, and sweetened with palm sugar, giving it a rich and creamy texture without any dairy products. The addition of fresh mango and toasted sesame seeds adds a delightful crunch to each bite. It’s perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings while remaining true to the principles of plant-based eating!
Ingredients:
For the Black Rice:
2 cups brown or white glutinous rice (also known as waxy rice)
Water, rinsed and drained (about 1 ½ cups)
For the Topping:
1 ripe medium-sized mango, sliced into small cubes
¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut flakes
2 tablespoons lightly packed brown sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water, set aside
For the Bottom Layer:
⅓ cup black glutinous rice (rinse and cook according to package directions)
⅓ cup coconut milk (canned or homemade)
Pinch of sea salt
Instructions:
Step 1: Cook the black rice according to the package directions using a 1:1 ratio of water to rice. You can also use a rice cooker if you have one. Once cooked, spread the rice on a plate or tray lined with paper towels and let it cool completely.
Step 2: Prepare the topping by mixing the mango, coconut flakes, brown sugar, and salt together in a bowl. Set aside.
Step 3: For the bottom layer, heat a saucepan over medium heat and combine the coconut milk, black rice, and sea salt. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring constantly until the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender (about 10 minutes). Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
Step 4: Transfer the warm black rice mixture to a serving bowl or individual plates. Top with the prepared mango mixture and sprinkle with the cornstarch slurry. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving.
Note: If desired, you can also add chopped roasted peanuts or cashews to the top layer of the dessert for added crunch and protein.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Servings: 4-6 servings
Nutrition Information per serving (without nuts):
Calories: 240 kcal
Carbohydrates: 43 g
Protein: 6 g
Fat: 10 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 22 g
