Mango Sticky Rice Salt Bread

Mango Sticky Rice Salt — a fusion of sweet Thai-inspired sticky rice and savory artisan bread:

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Ingredients

Sticky Rice Base:

• 1 cup glutinous (sticky) rice
• 1 ½ cups coconut milk
• ½ cup sugar
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 ripe mango, diced

Bread Dough:

• 3 cups bread flour
• 1 ½ tsp salt
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 2 tsp instant yeast
• 1 cup warm water
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Topping:

• Sesame seeds or sea salt flakes
• Extra mango slices for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare Sticky Rice:
   • Rinse rice until water runs clear.
   • Soak for 2–3 hours, then steam until tender.
   • Heat coconut milk with sugar and salt until dissolved.
   • Mix with hot rice, let absorb for 15 minutes.
   • Fold in diced mango pieces.
2. Make Bread Dough:
   • Combine flour, salt, sugar, and yeast in a bowl.
   • Add warm water and olive oil, knead until smooth (8–10 minutes).
   • Cover and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
3. Combine & Shape:
   • Flatten dough, spread sticky rice-mango mixture inside, fold and shape into a loaf.
   • Place in a greased loaf pan or shape free-form.
   • Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
4. Bake:
   • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • Brush top with water, sprinkle sesame seeds or sea salt flakes.
   • Bake 30–35 minutes until golden brown.
5. Cool & Serve:
   • Let bread cool before slicing.
   • Garnish with fresh mango slices for presentation.

🌟 Flavor Notes

• The sticky rice and mango add a soft, sweet interior.
• The bread crust with salt flakes balances sweetness with savory crunch.
• Perfect as a dessert bread or a unique brunch centerpiece.

Emily Carter

Food & Wellness Writer

Emily Carter is a food and wellness writer dedicated to sharing practical recipes, nutrition insights, and everyday healthy-living tips. Her goal is to make healthy choices simple, approachable, and enjoyable.