Coconut rice, ripe mango, and toasted sesame for brunch
Mango Sticky Rice Breakfast Bowls
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
25 min
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4
4 bowls
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Moderate
$$
Mango Sticky Rice Breakfast Bowls
Coconut rice, ripe mango, and toasted sesame for brunch
A breakfast-leaning take on mango sticky rice with warm coconut rice and ripe mango served in bowl form for brunch.
15m
Prep Time
25m
Cook Time
40m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Moderate $$
Cost
Sarah Chen
(Updated )
This recipe leans dessert-adjacent, but in a brunch spread that is not a problem. Coconut rice and mango are comforting and bright, and the bowl format makes it easier to serve a crowd without fussing over perfect portions.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups cooked sticky rice or jasmine rice
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 ripe mangoes, sliced
- Sesame seeds or toasted coconut for serving
Instructions
- 1
Warm the coconut milk with the sugar until dissolved.
- 2
Stir part of the sweetened coconut milk into the warm rice.
- 3
Divide the rice among bowls and top with mango slices.
- 4
Drizzle with the remaining coconut sauce.
- 5
Finish with sesame seeds or toasted coconut.
Serving Suggestions
Ways to Serve This Dish
Serve over steamed jasmine or sticky rice
Pair with a side of pickled vegetables or kimchi
Add a drizzle of sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds for extra flavor
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream
Substitutions
Sesame seedsToasted coconut flakes
Toasted coconut makes the bowl feel even more dessert-like
MangoPineapple
Pineapple is brighter and less classic but still fits the coconut rice well
DepthPantry
Test Kitchen Pick
Fish Sauce
Helpful Pantry Staple
Why the pantry staple matters
Recipes in this lane usually taste more complete when the fish sauce is doing real work instead of acting as an afterthought.
This is often the first pantry ingredient worth upgrading for these flavors.
- Adds salty depth fast
- Useful across sauces, dressings, and braises
A dependable fish sauce bottle becomes useful across a lot of Southeast Asian cooking.
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Pro Tips
Use very ripe mangoes so the fruit is fragrant and sweet enough on its own.
Short-grain or sticky rice gives the most classic texture.
Storage
Store the rice and mango separately for up to 2 days.
Reheating
Warm the rice gently before serving and add the mango fresh.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (1 bowl) · 4 servings
Calories360
LowModerateHigh
A moderate-calorie serving · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Protein4g
Carbohydrates48g
Fat17g
Fiber3g
Sugar18g
Sodium55mg
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I use jasmine rice?
- Yes. It will be less sticky but still very good in bowl form.
- Is this a dessert or breakfast?
- It can be either, especially on a brunch table.
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About Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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