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Sticky Rice with Passion Fruit Sauce Recipe

This Sticky Rice with Passion Fruit Sauce is a Thai-inspired dessert that combines creamy coconut-infused sticky rice with a tangy passion fruit sauce. The tropical flavors of passion fruit and pomegranate arils add a refreshing contrast to the sweetness, making this dish both indulgent and light. Perfect for serving warm or chilled, this dessert is a delightful treat for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes (including standing and chilling time)

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups water – Helps cook the sticky rice to a soft texture.

  • 1 1/4 cups uncooked glutinous sticky white rice – The base for this classic dish.

  • 1 (13.5 to 14 ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk – Adds creaminess and richness.

  • 1/2 cup white sugar – Sweetens the rice and sauce.

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt – Balances the sweetness.

  • 1 teaspoon tapioca starch – Thickens the passion fruit sauce.

  • 2 tablespoons passion fruit purée – Provides a tangy, tropical flavor.

  • 1/4 cup pomegranate arils – Adds a juicy, crunchy contrast.

Instructions

  1. Cook the Sticky Rice:

    • Combine water and rinsed sticky rice in a saucepan.

    • Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed (15-20 minutes).

    • Let stand, covered, for 10 minutes.

  2. Prepare the Coconut Mixture:

    • In a small saucepan, stir together coconut milk, sugar, and salt.

    • Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring frequently, then remove from heat.

  3. Combine the Coconut Milk and Rice:

    • Reserve 1/3 cup of the coconut milk mixture for sauce.

    • Pour the remaining coconut milk mixture over the cooked rice and stir gently to combine.

    • Let cool, covered, for 1 hour.

  4. Make the Passion Fruit Sauce:

    • Whisk the reserved coconut milk mixture with tapioca starch in the saucepan.

    • Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring frequently.

    • Cook until thickened (about 2 minutes), then remove from heat and stir in passion fruit purée.

  5. Serve & Garnish:

    • Stir the rice before serving.

    • Drizzle passion fruit sauce over servings and sprinkle with pomegranate arils.

    • Serve warm or chilled.

  • Author: Paula
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: Thai, Southeast Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8
  • Calories: 270 per serving